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Colben Landrew shines for UConn in exhibition victory over Purdue

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Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Colben Landrew shines for UConn in exhibition victory over Purdue

Summary

UConn freshman Colben Landrew scored 15 points in the team's 76-53 exhibition win over Purdue on October 28, 2026. The guard's strong performance came during UConn's final exhibition game, helping the team finish 3-0 after previous wins over Syracuse and Michigan State. Landrew's achievement was further recognized by his inclusion on the preseason watch list for the Julius Erving Award, designating him among the top small forwards in college basketball. UConn Coach Dan Hurley praised Landrew's physicality and instincts. The Huskies will begin their regular season against Gardner-Webb on November 2.

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By the Numbers

•Colben Landrew led UConn with 15 points against Purdue.
•UConn finishes the exhibition season with a 3-0 record.
•Landrew earned a spot on the Julius Erving Award watch list.
•UConn held Purdue to 33% shooting in the game.
•The Huskies open the regular season against Gardner-Webb on November 2.

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12:41 AMYahoo Sports — UConn may have found its next breakout star in freshman Colben Landrew

What they're saying

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Landrew led UConn with 15 points against Purdue, then landed on the Julius Erving Award watch list. The freshman is already giving Dan Hurley another reason to feel good about his team’s depth.
— Yahoo Sports

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