2. Matt Painter — Purdue
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One of the bright offensive minds in the country, Matt Painter has been a stalwart in the Purdue program. Through highs and lows, Painter has been consistent in his ability to create schemes and rotations based on his personnel. When he’s had a talented roster, Purdue has been a Big Ten powerhouse. Since taking over in ’05, Painter has won 68.7% of his games and earned a spot in the NCAA Tournament 14 times. The Boilermakers have been great en route to the Final Four. Led by Zach Edey, Purdue will be a heavy favorite against NC State.
