As of now, there are no credible reports confirming that the Purdue men’s basketball team was involved in a fatal bus fire incident. Recent news coverage indicates that a bus carrying the Indiana University Indianapolis men’s basketball team caught fire on February 23, 2025, while returning from a game against Northern Kentucky University. Fortunately, all team members and staff evacuated safely, and no injuries were reported .(SI)
The fire was believed to have been caused by a mechanical issue, possibly a blown tire, which alerted the passengers to the danger. A local school bus driver, Amber Pickett, heard the emergency over her police scanner and arrived at the scene to assist the team. Her quick response was instrumental in ensuring everyone’s safety .(wlwt.com, WISH-TV)
The Purdue men’s basketball team has not been reported to have experienced any similar incidents recently. Their most recent game was on March 28, 2025, against the Houston Cougars, where they narrowly lost 60–62 .
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