Purdue Tops Big Ten Preseason Basketball Poll

Purdue's basketball team is poised for another strong season in the Big Ten, having captured the last two conference titles and securing 20 of 33 first-place votes in the recent preseason media poll. With star player Zach Edey gone, the Boilermakers still remain the favorites, led by returning players Braden Smith and Fletcher Loyer. Purdue is also projected as a No. 4 seed in ESPN's early Bracketology for the 2025 NCAA Tournament, continuing a trend of top-four seeds under Coach Matt Painter. Meanwhile, Wisconsin's football team prepares for a critical matchup against Purdue, with players addressing the media following their road trip. Additionally, UCLA is gearing up for its first Big Ten Media Day, showcasing coaches and players from all 18 women's basketball programs. Overall, the upcoming seasons in both basketball and football highlight the competitive nature of Big Ten sports.