Missouri to talk to Matt Painter in Florida

Posted: 03.29.2011 at 11:30 AM

(AP) -- Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter will meet with Missouri officials regarding its vacant head coaching position.

However, Purdue said in a statement that it is committed to keeping him.

The 40-year-old Painter has been selected the Big Ten's coach oft he year three times and led the Boilermakers to Sweet 16 appearances in 2009 and 2010.

Purdue (26-8) made it to the thirdround of this year's NCAA tournament but was knocked out by Final Four participant Virginia Commonwealth.

Last year, Purdue rewarded Painter with a new contract through the 2016-17 season. It includes a $1.3 million base salary and up to $1 million in incentives.