Purdue men's basketball has finalized changes to its coaching staff ahead of the upcoming season. Former player Kenneth Lowe will replace Terry Johnson, who has left to explore other opportunities after five successful years with the program. Lowe, a two-time Big Ten defensive player of the year in 2003-04, is expected to inherit Johnson's responsibilities for the team's defense. Additionally, P.J. Thompson has been officially promoted to associate head coach, reflecting his increasing responsibilities since rejoining the program in 2019. The coaching staff also welcomes back former players Lance Jones and Sterling Carter as graduate assistants, continuing head coach Matt Painter's strategy of promoting from within and integrating former players into the coaching framework. Purdue's roster remains stable, with all eligible scholarship players returning for the 2026-27 season, alongside a four-man freshman class and potential additions through the transfer portal.