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The Boilermakers have lost three straight games. The frontcourt wasn't good enough, nor did the backcourt take advantage of its opportunities.
Michigan assistant coach Mike Boynton recently told CBS Sports' Matt Norlander that Purdue's Braden Smith is the second-best point guard he's coached against.
The Boilermakers' point guard collected 17 points, eight assists and five rebounds with six turnovers in a 75-66 loss at Michigan State.
Braden Smith is on the cusp of breaking Purdue's all-time assist record. His former teammate, Zach Edey, explained what makes the junior guard an elite passer.
Boilermakers point guard Braden Smith is playing at an All-American level, but how does he compare to point guards of the past decade?
Hear what Purdue players said postgame following a loss at Assembly Hall.