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The 2011 recruiting class was weak compared to Purdue's recent history recruiting. The class brought in two power forwards. [9] Donnie Hale was ranked the #25 power forward in this recruiting class. [9] Hale committed to Purdue June 23, 2009. [10] He transferred his sophomore year to the Bellarmine Knights. [11]
Prior to the 2011–12 season, Illinois welcomed seven new players into the program. The 2011 recruiting class was ranked No. 13 by Scout.com and No. 11 by both Rivals.com and ESPNU . The class was celebrated for its talent and depth, and is the second class in a row that has revived top-15 national rankings.
The Associated Press (AP) preseason poll was released on October 28, 2011. This poll is compiled by sportswriters across the nation. In Division I men's and women's college basketball, the AP Poll is largely just a tool to compare schools throughout the season and spark debate, as it has no bearing on postseason play.
For the third consecutive season the Wildcats boasted the No. 1 recruiting class. Anthony Davis, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, Marquis Teague, Kyle Wiltjer formed the four-member freshman class for the 2011–12 season. Davis was the nation's consensus No. 1 overall player; Kidd-Gilchrist was the nation's consensus No. 1 small forward
Overall recruiting rankings: Note : In many cases, Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, and ESPN may conflict in their listings of height and weight. In these cases, the average was taken.
The 2011–12 Purdue Boilermakers men's basketball team represented Purdue University. The head coach of the Boilermakers was Matt Painter , in his ninth season with the Boilers. The team played its home games in Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Indiana , U.S., and was a member of the Big Ten Conference .
ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. Sources: "Oregon State Commit List for 2011". Rivals.com "Men's Basketball Recruiting". Scout.com "ESPN – Oregon State Beavers Basketball Recruiting 2011". ESPN.com "Scout.com Team Recruiting Rankings". Scout.com
Overall recruiting rankings: Scout: 7 Rivals: 9 ESPN: 5 Note : In many cases, Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, and ESPN may conflict in their listings of height and weight. In these cases, the average was taken.