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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

Illinois' Brad Underwood Pinpoints the Key to Success in Big Ten Play

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Jan 3, 2026

Dec 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) drives the ball past Southern University Jaguars guard Puoch Dobuol (35) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Where College Basketball's Top Experts Rank Illinois: Too High or Too Low?

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Jan 3, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood motions to his team during the first half of the NCAA men's basketball game against the Ohio State Buckeyes in Columbus on Dec. 9, 2025.

Big Ten Rankings: Illinois and Nebraska Inching Up, Michigan Cementing No. 1

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Jan 3, 2026

Nov 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood walks to the court before the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood on the Power of Illinois Athletics' Success: 'Winning's Contagious'

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Jan 3, 2026

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Dec 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) and teammate Kylan Boswell (4) react in the closing minutes of the second half against the Southern University Jaguars at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How to Watch No. 20 Illinois vs. Penn State: TV, Tip-Off Time, More

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Jan 2, 2026

Dec 29, 2025; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions guard Dominick Stewart (7) is congratulated by teammates after being fouled during the second half against the North Carolina Central Eagles at Bryce Jordan Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

First Look at Illinois Basketball's Game 14 Opponent: Penn State Nittany Lions

Pranav Hegde

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Dec 31, 2025

Dec 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) and teammate Kylan Boswell (4) react in the closing minutes of the second half against the Southern University Jaguars at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

By the Numbers: Where Illinois Ranks in Key Metrics Entering Big Ten Play

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 30, 2025

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

The Shift Fueling Illinois’ Rise – And Why It Matters Long Term

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 30, 2025

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

What We've Learned About Illinois Through the End of Non-Conference Play

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 30, 2025

Dec 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) drives the ball against Southern University Jaguars forward Malek Abdelgowad (8) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Social Media Reacts to Illinois Basketball's Beatdown of Southern

Pranav Hegde

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Dec 29, 2025

Illinois forward Jake Davis (15) rises up to fire one of his five made three-pointers in the Illini's 90-55 win over Southern on Monday at the State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois.

Three Instant Observations From Illinois Basketball's 90-55 Win Over Southern

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 29, 2025

Mar 14, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Giorgi Bezhanishvili (15) reacts to the crowd during a stop in play against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the second half at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Two Former Illinois Fan Favorites Catch Fire in NBA G League

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Dec 28, 2025

Dec 9, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) handles the ball as Ohio State Buckeyes guard John Mobley Jr. (0) defends during the first halfat Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Illinois' Keaton Wagler Soars Up Latest NBA Mock Draft, Other Illini Projected

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Dec 28, 2025

Nov 23, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood during the first half against the Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Chasing Unexpected Target: Who is Emerging 2026 Wing Boyuan Zhang?

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Dec 28, 2025

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

How High Did Illinois Basketball Climb in ESPN's Latest Top 25 Rankings?

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Dec 27, 2025

Illinois forward Ben Humrichous (3) celebrates with teammate and forward Jake Davis (15) in the Illini's 91-48 runaway win over Missouri on Monday in St. Louis.

How to Watch No. 20 Illinois vs. Southern: TV, Tip-Off Time, More

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Dec 27, 2025

Dec 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) and teammate Tomislav Ivisic (13) vie for a rebound during the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Big Ten Power Rankings: Illinois, Nebraska Fighting for Traction Near the Top

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Dec 26, 2025

Dec 21, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Southern University Jaguars head coach Kevin Johnson speaks with his team during timeout during the first half against the Baylor Bears at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

First Look at Illinois Basketball's Game 13 Opponent: Southern University Jaguars

Pranav Hegde

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Dec 26, 2025

Dec 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) drives the ball past Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Berke Buyuktuncel (9) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Is Illinois Basketball a Legitimate Big Ten Title Contender?

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Dec 26, 2025

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