Quick Info
| Profession | Basketball Player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 25/07/2003 |
| Age | 23 years |
| Birthplace | Westfield, Indiana |
Latest News about Braden Smith
17/08/2026
The Indiana Pacers signed Braden Smith to a two-way contract, allowing him to split time between the NBA roster and the Noblesville Boom. The deal followed his summer league stint and formally launched his rookie season with the organization.
24/06/2026
Braden Smith was selected 38th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft by the Chicago Bulls and then traded to the Indiana Pacers on draft night. The move kept him in his home state as he began his professional career after a decorated run at Purdue.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Braden Smith is an American basketball player known for his exceptional passing and leadership as a point guard. He played college basketball for the Purdue Boilermakers, where he became the NCAA Division I men’s basketball all-time career assist leader. He currently plays for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'0" (1.82 m) |
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| Weight | 170 lbs (77 kg) |
| Position | Point Guard |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Purdue University |
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| Degree | Bachelor's Degree (in progress or completed) |
| High School | Not publicly disclosed |
Personal Life
| Residence | Indianapolis, Indiana (as of 2026) |
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| Interests | Basketball, Leadership, Team Strategy |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Not publicly disclosed |
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| Significant Relationships | Not publicly disclosed |
Family
| Parents | Not publicly disclosed |
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| Siblings | Not publicly disclosed |
Career
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Style Quotient
| Playing Style | Exceptional passer, high basketball IQ, leadership-oriented, team-first mentality |
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| On-Court Presence | Consistent, reliable, assist-driven |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Smith was an overlooked recruit before emerging as one of the top point guards in the nation. | |
| 2. He set the Big Ten all-time assists record on January 3 during Purdue's game against Wisconsin. | |
| 3. His assist total reached 968+ and continues to grow. | |
| 4. He earned First-team Associated Press All-American honors despite being initially overlooked. | |
| 5. He set the Big Ten all-time assists record during Purdue's game against Wisconsin. | |
| 6. His Purdue career ended with 1,103 assists, 1,932 points, and 673 rebounds. |