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Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter has named Oscar Cluff as the starting center.

Cluff was chosen over Daniel Jacobsen primarily for his superior rebounding ability.

Last season, Cluff was the nation's second-leading rebounder while playing for South Dakota State.

WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue basketball 's biggest issue last season was rebounding.

And that's what solved a months-long debate among Boilermaker fans.

Matt Painter had two solid options for starting center with Daniel Jacobsen and Oscar Cluff .

"Oscar's been our best rebounder, so I think that's where you see some separation there," Painter said.

Cluff was the nation's second leading rebounder last season while playing for South Dakota State. Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub w

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