Matt Painter, Purdue basketball and the honest quest for March Madness glory
Purdue basketball has suffered stunning upsets in March Madness. As Matt Painter tells it: "You're either humble or you're getting ready to get humbled."
Be honest. It’s been the guiding principle Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter has lived by. On and off the court, whether you like hearing it or not, he has spent every moment in West Lafayette providing his belief over false assurances.
You can ask him just about anything, and he’ll give the facts, or his truth. “We don't promise guys anything,” he told USA TODAY Sports. “We'll try to be as honest as we can be.
If we lose you that way, that's cool with us. We'd rather be honest and lose you. ” Big Ten hasn't won title since 2000: Will drought end this year?
Buyer beware: 8 unpredictable top seeds who may bust your bracket There is no legacy as rich as honesty, and it has helped Painter build one with the Boilermakers . In his 22nd season coaching his alma mater, he has been through it all. Sustained success, disappointing finishes, all while the sport rapidly changes around him.
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