As Purdue transitions from a team that had three seniors, one of which was a fifth year guy, to one with no scholarship seniors it is going to rely on its junior class. Zach Edey figures to be the top scorer as the huge physical presence in the middle. Mason Gillis is the veteran starter that can transition into the role of vocal leader. Our third junior is one that has had to wait very patiently to make his mark, but is primed for a breakout year.
Brandon Newman – Jr. (RS) in 2022-23
2020-21 Stats: 28 games, 23 starts.