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Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Pryce Sandfort.

Big Ten Basketball Tournament Seeding Scenarios for Every Team with One Game Left Each

Kaleb Henry

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Mar 6, 2026

The Bruins have three top-12 wins over Illinois, Purdue and Nebraska.

Men’s Basketball Bracket Watch: UCLA, TCU, Georgia Get Massive NCAA Tournament Boosts

Kevin Sweeney

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Mar 6, 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

Which Big Ten Teams Can Win the NCAA Championship – And Is Illinois One of Them?

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 5, 2026

Feb 21, 2026; College Park, Maryland, USA; Maryland Terrapins forward Solomon Washington (9) reacts during the second half against the Washington Huskies at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

First Look at Illinois Basketball's Game 31 Opponent: Maryland Terrapins

Pranav Hegde

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Mar 5, 2026

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Feb 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) dribbles the ball against the Southern California Trojans in the first half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Why Illinois Basketball Needs More From Kylan Boswell

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 5, 2026

Louisville Cardinals guard Mikel Brown Jr. on the court in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center.

Three Intriguing NBA Draft Prospects For Memphis Grizzlies

Jeremy Brener

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Mar 5, 2026

Audi Crooks (55) and Iowa State have some work to do in the Big 12 tournament to solidify their case for the Big Dance.

Women's Basketball Bubble Watch: ACC, Big 12 Tournaments Have Major Stakes

Blake Silverman

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Mar 5, 2026

Mar 3, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the second half against the Oregon Ducks at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Big Ten Power Rankings: Where Does Illinois Stand as Regular Season Winds Down?

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 5, 2026

Mar 3, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) drives the ball up court during the fist half against the Oregon Ducks at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Why Keaton Wagler's Most Valuable Attribute Could Lead Illinois to a Final Four

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 4, 2026

Nov 14, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets the crowd before the tip of the game with the Colgate Raiders at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois 2026 Target Boyuan Zhang Skyrockets Up Recruiting Rankings

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 4, 2026

Duke forward Cameron Boozer (12), guard Isaiah Evans (3) and guard Caleb Foster (1) are crucial to the Blue Devils’ chances of winning the NCAA tournament.

The Magic Eight: Teams That Can Win the 2026 Men’s NCAA Tournament

Kevin Sweeney

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Mar 4, 2026

Dusty May’s Michigan program will be one of the favorites to take home a national title in the NCAA tournament, and snap a Big Ten drought that dates back to 2000.

Ranking Men’s College Basketball Power Conferences: Is It Big Ten’s Title to Lose?

Kevin Sweeney

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Mar 4, 2026

Feb 27, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) drives the ball against Michigan Wolverines guard L.J. Cason (2) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

What Was Slowing Andrej Stojakovic, and Has He Got His Groove Back?

Jason Langendorf

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Mar 4, 2026

Mar 3, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Oregon Ducks guard Drew Carter (12) tries to block Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Social Media Reacts to Illinois Basketball's Blowout Victory Over Oregon

Pranav Hegde

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Mar 3, 2026

Mar 3, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Zvonimir Ivisic (44) dunks during the first half against the Oregon Ducks at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Three Instant Observations From Illinois Basketball's 80-54 Win Over Oregon

Jason Langendorf

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Mar 3, 2026

Feb 20, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Will Riley (27) dribbles against the Indiana Pacers during the first quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images

Former Illini in NBA: Will Riley Thriving, Ayo Dosunmu Adjusting in Minnesota

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 3, 2026

Feb 27, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) drives the ball against Michigan Wolverines guard Nimari Burnett (4) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Three Things to Watch When Illinois Plays Oregon

Jack Ankony

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Mar 3, 2026

The Illinois Fighting Illini and guard Keaton Wagler are favored on March 3.

Oregon vs. Illinois Prediction, Odds for College Basketball on Tuesday, March 3

Peter Dewey

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Mar 3, 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

ESPN's Joe Lunardi Reveals Encouraging NCAA Tournament Path for Illinois

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 3, 2026

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