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Purdue Boilermakers head coach Matt Painter talks to Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, during the NCAA men’s basketball game at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Ind.

What Purdue's Matt Painter and Braden Smith Said About Illinois' Keaton Wagler

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 24, 2026

Illinois guard Keaton Wagler drives to the basket against Purdue guard Fletcher Loyer defends during the first half on Saturday.

Illinois Freshman Keaton Wagler, Once Overlooked, Drops 46 to Stun No. 4 Purdue

Kevin Sweeney

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Jan 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) looks to dribble around Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) during the first half at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Five Stats That Defined Illinois' Statement Win Over Purdue

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 24, 2026

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

Social Media Blows Up Over Illinois Basketball's Landmark Win at Purdue

Pranav Hegde

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Jan 24, 2026

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Jan 24, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) drives to the basket as Purdue Boilermakers guard Fletcher Loyer (2) defends during the first half Jan 24, 2026, in West Lafayette, Indiana, at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Why Illinois' Keaton Wagler's 40-Piece Against Purdue Is a Game-Changer

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 24, 2026

Britt Prince scored 20 points to help Nebraska snap a three-game losing streak.

Nebraska Women's Basketball Rolls Past Illinois

Trevor Tarr

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Jan 24, 2026

Mar 5, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Purdue Boilermakers head coach Matt Painter and Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood chat before the start of the game at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Purdue's Matt Painter Says Illinois' Injuries Could Unlock New Levels in March

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 24, 2026

Illinois center Tomislav Ivisic (13) pulls up for a three-point attempt over Purdue guard Braden Smith (3) in the Illini's 88-80 win over the Boilermakers in the 2024-25 regular-season finale on March 7, 2025, at the State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois.

Staff Picks: Who Wins No. 11 Illinois at No. 4 Purdue?

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 24, 2026

Purdue Boilermakers head coach Matt Painter watches the action Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, during a 2025 Indy Classic game between the Purdue Boilermakers and the Auburn Tigers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Purdue Coach Matt Painter Details Slowing Down Illinois' 'Explosive' Offense

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 23, 2026

Mar 5, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Purdue Boilermakers head coach Matt Painter and Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood chat before the start of the game at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois vs. Purdue: Comparing the Nation's Top Two Offenses Ahead of Big Ten Clash

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 23, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) dunks the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

3 Burning Questions for Illinois at Purdue: Can Andrej Stojakovic Stay Hot?

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 23, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood yells to his bench against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

ESPN Matchup Predictor Picks Favorite for Illinois at Purdue

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 23, 2026

Nebraska guard Callin Hake chases a loose ball during a 74-70 win over Illinois in the second round of the 2025 Big Ten Conference Tournament.

How to Watch No. 24 Women’s Nebraska Basketball vs. Illinois with Preview, Breakdown, TV Channel

Geoff Exstrom

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Jan 23, 2026

Jan 21, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Maryland Terrapins guard David Coit (8) shoots over Illinois Fighting Illini forward Ben Humrichhous (3) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Fred Zwicky-Imagn Images

Maryland Falls On The Road To No. 11 Illinois

Jaden Golding

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Jan 22, 2026

Mar 7, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) and Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) battle for position during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How to Watch No. 11 Illinois at No. 4 Purdue: TV, Tip-Off Time, More

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 22, 2026

Jan 14, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) defends against Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) during the second half at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

First Look at Illinois Basketball's Game 20 Opponent: Purdue Boilermakers

Pranav Hegde

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Jan 22, 2026

Jan 8, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) looks for a pass as Rutgers Scarlet Knights head coach Steve Pikiell reacts during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Andrej Stojakovic Is Illinois' Answer to Kylan Boswell's Absence vs. Maryland

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 21, 2026

Jan 21, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) shoots against Maryland Terrapins center Collin Metcalf (45) in the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Fred Zwicky-Imagn Images

Social Media Reacts to Illinois Basketball's Blowout Win Over Maryland

Pranav Hegde

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Jan 21, 2026

Jan 21, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) battles for a shot against Maryland Terrapins center Collin Metcalf (45) in the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Fred Zwicky-Imagn Images

Three Instant Observations From Illinois Basketball's 89-70 Over Maryland

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 21, 2026

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