Braden Smith wasn't a heavily recruited prospect out of high school. How did he wind up at Purdue? Matt Painter tells the ...

The next two weeks, IndyStar will be ranking the 15 Colts players most essential to 2025 success. Up at No. 4 is right tackle Braden Smith.

Colts RT Braden Smith was considering retirement until he sought help for his OCD. '(Turned) a negative into the positive' ...

Braden Smith has developed into one of the best point guards in the country over his three years at Purdue. He's already the program's all-time assist leader, has scored more than 1,000 points ...

What you can’t see, not anymore, is a scenario where Purdue has found its long-term replacement for Braden Smith. Perhaps in 2026-27, sure. Smith will be an NBA rookie next year.

2025-26 John Wooden Award odds Braden Smith, Purdue +500 (bet $10 to win $60 total) JT Toppin, Texas Tech +750 (bet $10 to win $85 total) Yaxel Lendeborg, Michigan: +1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total) ...

Smith has climbed to the peak of college basketball through his elite passing skills, defensive prowess, and improved shooting ability. Last season, he averaged 15.8 points, 8.7 assists, 4.5 ...