Purdue Boilermakers’ defensive woes spark concern—can Matt Painter find answers before tournament time? Nick Arvin investigates Purdue’s struggles on the perimeter after the Iowa State loss, spotlighting Braden Smith’s evolving scoring role and raising the alarm over defensive inefficiency despite the team’s top-ranked offense. Is this the roadblock standing between Purdue and a national title run?

Key discussion points include Nick Arvin’s Buy/Sell/Hold on Purdue’s projected improvement, Oscar Cluff’s surprising impact, and non-conference upset risks. The show closes with football recruiting news as Malachi Singleton exits and Jett Goldsberry claims the spotlight as a potential future leader. Can Purdue basketball tighten up on defense in time, or will postseason hopes hinge on elite offensive firepower?

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