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Oct 30, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) grabs a rebound against Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the first quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

How does Giannis Trade change Bucks Draft Strategy?

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Dec 21, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; University of Michigan head coach Dusty May looks on from the sidelines during the first half against the La Salle Explorers at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

Is Illinois the 2026-27 Big Ten Basketball Favorite After Dusty May's Departure?

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) controls the ball against Iowa Hawkeyes guard Kael Combs (11) in the first half during an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Most Likely Players the Bulls Could Trade Up For Based on Rumors and Fit

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Mar 8, 2026; College Park, Maryland, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) reacts after shooting a three point basket during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Where Keaton Wagler, Other Illini Landed in ESPN's Latest 2026 NBA Draft Projections

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Feb 14, 2026; Providence, Rhode Island, USA; Providence College Friars guard Stefan Vaaks (7) dribbles during the first half of the game against the St. John’s University Red Storm at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Natalie Reid-Imagn Images

Best- and Worst-Case Scenario for Illinois' Stefan Vaaks in 2026-27

Jackson Langendorf

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Jun 20, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) reacts after losing to the Connecticut Huskies during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Is Illinois' Tomislav Ivisic Being Overlooked Heading Into 2026-27?

Jackson Langendorf

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Jun 18, 2026

Mar 8, 2026; College Park, Maryland, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood walks down the court during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball Offers Five-Star 2028 Center Dylan Betts

Jackson Langendorf

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Jun 16, 2026

Dec 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood before the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball Offers Explosive 2027 Four-Star Forward Isaiah Santos

Jackson Langendorf

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Jun 16, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) looks on in the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini during an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Who Will Lead Illinois in 2026-27? Predicting the Illini's Top Statistical Performers

Jackson Langendorf

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Jun 14, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood motions to his team during the first half of the NCAA men's basketball game against the Ohio State Buckeyes in Columbus on Dec. 9, 2025.

Top Five Players Illinois Basketball Will Face in 2026-27

Jackson Langendorf

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Jun 14, 2026

Dec 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts in the first half against the UC Santa Cruz at Galen Center.

USC Trojans Fans Will Love Latest Preseason Top 25 Rankings

Cory Pappas

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Jun 9, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts after a play against the UConn Huskies during the first half of a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball Class of 2026 Superlatives: Is Lincoln Williams the Best Athlete?

Jackson Langendorf

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Jun 9, 2026

Feb 27, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets the crowd before the first half against the Michigan Wolverines at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball Lands Top 2026 In-State Recruit Lincoln Williams: What to Know

Jackson Langendorf

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Jun 9, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) guards during practice ahead of a Final Four game on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Bulls' Guard-Heavy Pre-Draft Workout List Sparking Trade Speculation

Elias Schuster

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Jun 8, 2026

Wheeler Wildcats forward Colben Landrew (3) dunks during the fourth quarter of a City of Palms Classic first round game against the Bishop McNamara Mustangs at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, Fla., on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025.

Coveted Recruits Lead USA, Canada to Title Matchup at FIBA U18 AmeriCup

Randall Sweet

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Jun 7, 2026

Mar 3, 2018; Chicago, IL, USA; A general stock view of a referee holding a basketball during a game between the DePaul Blue Demons and the Xavier Musketeers at the Wintrust Arena. The Musketeers won 65-62.

2027 Recruits Star in FIBA U18 AmeriCup Quarterfinal Matchup

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Jun 6, 2026

July 19, 2025; North Augusta, South Carolina, USA; Brad Beal Elite Quentin Coleman (1) gestures to a teammate as Team Durant Evans Barning Jr. (7) defends during the Brad Beal Elite and Team Durant game at the Nike EYBL Peach Jam at Riverview Park Activity Center. Brad Beal Elite won 91-59. Mandatory Credit: Katie Goodale - Augusta Chronicle/USA TODAY NETWORK

Why Illinois Signee Quentin Coleman's Team USA Performance Is So Encouraging

Jackson Langendorf

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Jun 5, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Jake Davis (15) reacts in the second half against the Iowa Hawkeyes during an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Does Jake Davis Have a Chance to Start For Illinois in 2026-27?

Jackson Langendorf

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Jun 3, 2026

Florida got center Rueben Chinyelu back for his senior season, putting the Gators on top of the early offseason rankings.

Men’s College Basketball Way-Too-Early Top 25 Rankings: Where Teams Land As Rosters Settle

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Jun 2, 2026

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