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Braden Frager made his return from an ankle injury, leading Nebraska in scoring, but it wasn't enough to help the Huskers sweep Illinois on the season.

No. 5 Nebrasketball Falls at Home to No. 9 Illinois, Drops Second Straight

Kaleb Henry

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Feb 1, 2026

Jan 24, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) waves for a teammate during the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood Pinpoints the Reason Illinois Recruited David Mirkovic

Jackson Langendorf

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Feb 1, 2026

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

Illinois Basketball Loses Reserve for Remainder of 2025-26 Season

Jackson Langendorf

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Feb 1, 2026

Jan 11, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) controls the ball against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Illinois' Brad Underwood Shares Update on Kylan Boswell's Recovery

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 31, 2026

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Jan 29, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini players walk up the court during the second half against the Washington Huskies at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Staff Picks: Who Wins No. 9 Illinois at No. 5 Nebraska?

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 31, 2026

Nebraska forward Pryce Sandfort (21) dribbles on Michigan Wolverines forward Will Tschetter (42) in the second half at Crisler Center.

How to Watch No. 5 Nebraska Basketball vs. No. 9 Illinois with Preview, Breakdown, TV Channel

Geoff Exstrom

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Jan 31, 2026

Pinnacle Bank Arena has become part of the story for the Nebraska men's basketball season.

Why PBA Is Becoming the Heart of Nebraska Basketball This Season

Spencer Schubert

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Jan 31, 2026

Nebraska head coach Fred Hoiberg reacts to a play against Michigan during the first half at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026.

Illinois' Rematch With Nebraska is 'Going to be a War,' Says Fred Hoiberg

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 31, 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

How to Watch No. 9 Illinois vs. No. 5 Nebraska: TV, Tip-Off Time, More

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 31, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini coach Brad Underwood instructs his team against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at State Farm Center.

3 Things to Watch as Illinois Faces Nebraska in Top-10 Showdown

Jack Ankony

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Jan 31, 2026

Jan 17, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

ESPN Matchup Predictor Tabs Slight Favorite in Illinois at Nebraska

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 31, 2026

Dec 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Sam Hoiberg (1) drives the ball to the basket during the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

First Look at Illinois Basketball's Game 22 Opponent: Nebraska Cornhuskers

Pranav Hegde

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Jan 30, 2026

Nov 19, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Ben Humrichous (3) shoots against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Illinois' Ben Humrichous Can Now Defend Everyone – Even Tom Izzo's 99-Year-Old Mom

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 30, 2026

Jan 24, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) looks at his teammate during the second half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Illinois’ Keaton Wagler Continues Hot Stretch in Win Over Washington

Derek Parker

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Jan 30, 2026

Jan 29, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) and Washington Huskies forward Hannes Steinbach (6) battle for position during the second half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Social Media Reacts to Illinois Basketball's Sluggish Victory Over Washington

Pranav Hegde

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Jan 30, 2026

Jan 29, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) drives to the basket as Washington Huskies center Franck Kepnang (11) defends during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Three Instant Observations From Illinois Basketball's 75-66 Over Washington

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 30, 2026

Jan 8, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Jake Davis (15) applauds his team’s performance during the first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

CBS Sports' Jon Rothstein Praises Illinois' Jake Davis as an 'Unsung Presence'

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 29, 2026

Jan 24, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) dribbles past Purdue Boilermakers center Daniel Jacobsen (12) during the first half at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Illinois' Brad Underwood Reveals the Moment He Knew Keaton Wagler Was Special

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 29, 2026

Illinois is a big home favorite against Washington on Thursday night.

Washington vs. Illinois Prediction, Odds for College Basketball on Thursday, Jan. 29

Iain MacMillan

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Jan 29, 2026

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