Determining the single greatest Purdue University men's basketball player of all time involves evaluating legendary collegiate careers that combined historic individual scoring records with national awards. A primary contender for this distinction is Carsen Edwards, whose electrifying scoring displays and clutch shooting captivated college basketball during his sensational career. Another towering figure is Glenn Robinson, who captured National Player of the Year honors in 1994, alongside recent consensus national superstar Zach Edey, who dominated the sport by winning back-to-back National Player of the Year awards and leading the Boilermakers to the national championship game.