What makes Purdue basketball a contender for the national championship in 2026? CBS Sports recently explained why there's a lot of hype around the Boilermakers.

How well did Purdue handle the offseason? Field of 68 college basketball analyst Rob Dauster tabbed the Boilermakers the 'biggest winners' of the spring.

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle He received a five-year show-cause penalty — one of the longest the NCAA can impose — and didn't coach in college again until Houston hired him ...