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David Mirkovic is coming off a monster freshman season and could be in the national player of the year race this year.

Ranking the Top 10 Power Forwards in Men’s College Basketball for 2026–27 Season

Kevin Sweeney

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Jan 7, 2026; Providence, Rhode Island, USA; Providence Friars guard Stefan Vaaks (7) reacts to game action during the first half against the UConn Huskies at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Breaking Down Stefan Vaaks' and Ethan Brown's Illinois Basketball Summer Highlights

Jackson Langendorf

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Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood watches as his team plays March 21, 2026 during the first half of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament second round game against VCU at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.

Should Illinois Basketball Add a Fifth-Year Player for 2026-27?

Jackson Langendorf

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14 Hours Ago

Dec 9, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts to a call during the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Who Will Earn Illinois Basketball's Final Rotation Spot in 2026-27?

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts against the Connecticut Huskies 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

Can Lincoln Williams Make an Immediate Impact for Illinois Basketball in Year 1?

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 11, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Zvonimir Ivisic (44) 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: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

What Illinois Basketball Would Need From Zvonimir Ivisic as a Starter

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 11, 2026

Michigan State’s Jeremy Fears Jr. is Sports Illustrated’s top point guard heading into the 2026–27 men’s college basketball season.

Ranking the Top 10 Point Guards in Men’s College Basketball for 2026–27 Season

Kevin Sweeney

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Aug 10, 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

The Two Illinois Players Who Must Step Up If David Mirkovic Misses Time

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 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

ESPN Projects Illinois Basketball's 2026-27 Ceiling and Floor: Are They Too Low?

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 6, 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.

2027 NBA Draft Prospect David Mirkovic Undergoes Preseason Foot Surgery

Randall Sweet

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Aug 5, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) is defended by Connecticut Huskies forward Alex Karaban (11) in the first 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

Breaking Down David Mirkovic's Best-Case Recovery Timeline

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 5, 2026

Nov 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) reacts during the first half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

David Mirkovic Undergoes Surgery: What Is Illinois' Next Step?

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 5, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) reacts after a made three point basket against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Big Ten Center Power Rankings 2026-27: Does Tomislav Ivisic Claim the Top Spot?

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 2, 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

Reacting to Quentin Coleman's Incredible Illinois Summer Highlights

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 1, 2026

Dec 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the second half against the Southern University Jaguars at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball's Three Most Dangerous Big Ten Trap Games in 2026-27

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 31, 2026

Nov 19, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) looks to pass the ball against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Big Ten Power Forward 2026-27 Power Rankings: Does David Mirkovic Stand Alone?

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 30, 2026

Mar 31, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Brandon McCoy Jr (0) during the McDonalds All American Boys Game at Desert Diamond Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

2027 NBA Draft: Ranking the Top Freshmen in the Big Ten Entering This Season

Jed Katz

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Jul 30, 2026

Michigan State's Divine Ugochukwu, right, meets with Illinois' head coach Brad Underwood before the game on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

3 Big Ten Matchups That Could Decide Illinois Basketball's 2026-27 Title Chase

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 30, 2026

Dec 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) drives the ball around Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Pryce Sandfort (21) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Big Ten Small Forward Power Rankings: Andrej Stojakovic or Pryce Sandfort at No. 1?

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 28, 2026

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