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Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard Braeden Carrington (0) and guard John Blackwell (25) react during the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the High Point Panthers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Breaking Down John Blackwell’s Top Transfer Fits – And Why Illinois Makes the Most Sense

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 15, 2026

Feb 23, 2025; Wichita, Kansas, USA; Tulane Green Wave guard Rowan Brumbaugh (7) drives to the basket around Wichita State Shockers guard Xavier Bell (1) during the first half at Charles Koch Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Who is Rowan Brumbaugh? Why Illinois is Interested in the Sweet-Shooting Transfer

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 11, 2026

Divine Bourrage, a guard for Davenport North's girl's basketball team, poses for a portrait Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023 at Davenport North High School.

Illinois Women's Basketball Signs Former LSU Guard Divine Bourrage: What It Means

Jared Shlensky

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Apr 11, 2026

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

5 Illinois Players Crack ESPN's 2026 NBA Draft Top 100

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 10, 2026

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LSU Women's Basketball Transfer Announces Stunning Portal Destination This Week

Zack Nagy

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Apr 10, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Ben Humrichous (3) shoots over Connecticut Huskies guard Silas Demary Jr. (2) in the second half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Has Illinois' Ben Humrichous Become a Legitimate NBA Prospect?

Pranav Hegde

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Apr 9, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (1) works around Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) during the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Illini in NBA Update: Terrence Shannon Jr. Goes Off, Will Riley Keeps Rolling

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 9, 2026

Jan 31, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Georgetown Hoyas guard KJ Lewis (5) celebrates after a play against the Butler Bulldogs during the first half at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Illinois Targeting Experienced Big East Transfer KJ Lewis

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 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.

NBA Draft Scouting Report: Illinois Guard Keaton Wagler

Derek Parker

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Apr 9, 2026

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Furman Paladins guard Alex Wilkins (10) dribbles the ball past UConn Huskies guard Alec Millender (9) in the second half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Illinois Linked to High-Scoring Transfer Guard Alex Wilkins

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 9, 2026

Jan 23, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) looks for a shot against Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) in the second quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Post NCAA Tournament Mock Draft: Bucks' Giannis Traded After Miami Heat Win Lottery

Alex Golden

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Apr 8, 2026

Wisconsin Lutheran's Zavier Zens (23) celebrates his team's 57-55 victory over Marshfield in the WIAA Division 1 state championship game, Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis.

Zavier Zens' Visit Signals Illinois May Not Be Done With 2026 Recruiting

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 8, 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 Lands in Elite Tier of 2026-27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 Rankings

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 7, 2026

Illinois forward David Mirkovic (0) and center Zvonimir Ivisic (44) react during the Illini's Final Four 71-62 loss to UConn on Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Which Illinois Basketball Players We Expect to Return in 2026-27

Jason Langendorf

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Apr 7, 2026

Michigan guard Elliot Cadeau will be key for the Wolverines to defend their title next season.

Men’s College Basketball Way-Too-Early Top 25 Rankings: Post 2026 Title Game

Kevin Sweeney

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Apr 6, 2026

Mar 6, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach JR Payne reacts to a play against the Baylor Bears during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images

Three Transfer Portal Targets for JR Payne, Colorado Buffaloes

Aiden Checketts

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Apr 6, 2026

Nov 22, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Mihailo Petrovic (77) comes off the bench in front of head coach Brad Underwood during the first half against the Long Island University Sharks at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Is Mihailo Petrovic Poised to Take Over as Illinois' Lead Guard?

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 6, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard John Blackwell (25) passes against the High Point Panthers during the first half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Illinois Dream Transfer Target John Blackwell to Enter Portal – Why He Is the Answer

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 6, 2026

Jan 21, 2026; Syracuse, New York, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies guard Neoklis Avdalas (17) dribbles up the court during the first half against the Syracuse Orange at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

5 Transfer Portal Targets Illinois Should Pursue Immediately

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 6, 2026

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