**INSIDE STORY: CEO SAID — Purdue Men’s Basketball Superstar Zach Edey Makes History by Claiming the Coveted 2025 Oscar Robertson Trophy, Honoring Him As the Nation’s Top Collegiate Basketball Player with a Stellar Performance, He Also Received…**

**INSIDE STORY: CEO SAID — Purdue Men’s Basketball Superstar Zach Edey Makes History by Claiming the Coveted 2025 Oscar Robertson Trophy, Honoring Him As the Nation’s Top Collegiate Basketball Player with a Stellar Performance, He Also Received…**

In a monumental moment for Purdue University and college basketball, Zach Edey, the towering 7-foot-4 center and standout athlete, etched his name in the history books by winning the 2025 **Oscar Robertson Trophy**. This prestigious award, presented annually by the United States Basketball Writers Association (USBWA), recognizes the top male collegiate basketball player in the nation — and this year, there was no doubt who deserved it.

Edey’s dominance throughout the 2024–25 NCAA season was nothing short of spectacular. Averaging 24.8 points, 12.2 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks per game, he led Purdue to a Big Ten Championship and deep into the NCAA Tournament. His unique combination of size, skill, and court IQ turned him into a near-unstoppable force on both ends of the court. More than just a stat-sheet stuffer, Edey’s presence transformed Purdue into a national powerhouse.

In a packed press conference at Mackey Arena, the CEO of the USBWA, alongside former NBA legend Oscar Robertson himself, presented Edey with the coveted trophy. “Zach is a throwback in many ways,” said Robertson. “He plays the game with discipline, power, and passion. He earned this.”

But that wasn’t the only accolade Edey took home. Shortly after the Oscar Robertson Trophy ceremony, it was revealed that Edey had also been named the **2025 Naismith Men’s College Player of the Year**, solidifying his status as the most decorated player of the season. The Naismith Award, often seen as the gold standard of individual college basketball honors, is awarded to a player who not only excels statistically but also demonstrates leadership and sportsmanship.

Purdue’s head coach, Matt Painter, expressed his admiration for Edey’s journey: “Zach didn’t just become a great player overnight. He worked for every rebound, every bucket, every accolade. He made everyone around him better. That’s what true greatness looks like.”

Off the court, Edey also became a fan favorite for his humility and commitment to his team. Known for his quiet demeanor and fierce competitiveness, he remained focused throughout the season despite growing media attention and NBA draft speculation.

Industry insiders now predict Edey to be a high lottery pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, with several scouts labeling him as a “game-changing big man in a league that’s rediscovering the value of true centers.” But for now, Edey remains committed to finishing the season strong with Purdue, stating during the ceremony: “Individual awards are amazing, but my goal has always been to win a national championship with this group. That’s what I came here for.”

As he stood holding the Oscar Robertson Trophy, Zach Edey wasn’t just the best player in college basketball—he was its face, its leader, and now, its legend.