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 ...

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 ...