Mike Carmin covers Purdue sports for the Journal & Courier. You get to see yourself jumping again and it’s exciting to get back to where I was a little bit.” “Taking steps, little by little, and it’s getting to the point now where it’s almost exciting. I want to try and dunk and that’s not logical,” he said. “I feel good enough and I’m getting eager where I just want to go but I know that’s not a smart decision. He’s already working toward that goal, but the rehabilitation continues on a daily basis and Waddell knows patience is the key to making sure he’s headed in the right direction.Īnd there’s also athletic trainer Chad Young nearby to keep Waddell from overextending himself. 28, 2021 at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette. Purdue forward Brian Waddell (1) dribbles during practice, Tuesday, Sept. “I’m going to try and find a way to impact this team in a positive way, bring something defensively, knock down shots.” “Last year, I didn’t have super high expectations for myself but this year I have a completely new mindset,” Waddell said. Opportunities will be there with the graduation of Sasha Stefanovic and Jaden Ivey off to the NBA.Ĭompetition for minutes is expected to be high to fill the open spots on the perimeter. Your guide to seven early-season 2022-23 men's college basketball tournaments. He plans to be in the mix to help the Boilermakers win next season. Visit ESPN to view the latest Purdue Boilermakers news, scores, stats, standings, rumors, and more. “Brian is just a good all-around basketball player who will help us win a lot of games here,” Painter said when Waddell signed last spring. He averaged 15.8 points, 6.4 rebounds and shot 60% from the field as a senior, but Painter was enamored with his shooting ability, efficiency on the offensive end, size, length, defensive intensity and competitive spirit. IN THE MIX: Purdue makes top 6 for Iowa State transfer guard Waddell had helped Carmel win the Class 4A state championship in 2021 after the Greyhounds also won the 2019 title. Purdue Athletic Events Office Hours & Policies FOOTBALL MENS BASKETBALL WOMENS BASKETBALL VOLLEYBALL BASEBALL SOFTBALL STUBHUB TICKET MARKETPLACE. Waddell was a late addition to Purdue’s 2021 recruiting class along with Caleb Furst and Trey Kaufman-Renn, who also used last season as a redshirt year. “It was tough for me, a little intimating at first but I adjusted well to it,” said Waddell, who will wear the No.
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