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Mar 12, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; USC Trojans head coach Eric Musselman in the second half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

A Fast-Rising Recruit Is Forcing USC Basketball to Take Notice

Jalon Dixon

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Dec 26, 2025

Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) shoots over Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) during the first half of the NCAA men's basketball game in Columbus on Dec. 9, 2025. Ohio State lost 86-78.

Illinois' Unscripted Offense Is Operating – and Delivering – Exactly as Intended

Pranav Hegde

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Dec 25, 2025

Dec 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood before the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Projected as Top Seed in Latest ESPN Bracketology From Joe Lunardi

Pranav Hegde

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Dec 24, 2025

Dec 7, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers head coach Dennis Gates reacts during the second half against the Kansas Jayhawks at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

What Missouri Coach Dennis Gates Got Wrong About Illinois' Blowout Performance

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 23, 2025

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Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) goes up to dunk the ball but goes off the back of the rim against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

What Illinois’ Return to the KenPom Top 10 Says After Missouri Rout

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 23, 2025

Dec 7, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers forward Mark Mitchell (25) celebrates during the first half against the Kansas Jayhawks at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Illinois' Shutdown of Missouri's Mark Mitchell Signals Bigger Things Ahead

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 23, 2025

Illinois center Tomislav Ivisic and forward David Mirkovic reject Missouri center Shawn Phillips Jr. at the rim in the Illini's 91-48 win Monday at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis.

Social Media Erupts After Illinois' Braggin' Rights Win Over Missouri

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 23, 2025

Illinois guard Keaton Wagler (23) dribbles up the floor against Missouri in the Illini's 91-48 win over the Tigers on Monday at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Missouri.

Three Instant Observations From Illinois Basketball's 91-48 Win Over Missouri

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 23, 2025

Dec 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) reacts after scoring during the second half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Staff Picks: Who Wins No. 18 Illinois vs. Missouri?

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 22, 2025

Nov 19, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood yells to his team during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Would Illinois and Brad Underwood Add Former G League Players?

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 22, 2025

Nov 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the second half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood Says Illinois Isn't Close to Reaching Offensive Potential – Here's Why

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 21, 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

What Is Illinois Getting in Toni Bilic? Brad Underwood Discusses Illini Signee

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 21, 2025

Feb 15, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts against the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Five-Star Forward Makes Recruiting Announcement with USC, Kentucky, Illinois

Jalon Dixon

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Dec 21, 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

Brad Underwood Explains Root of Illinois' Defensive Woes – And the Next Step

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 21, 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 Recruiting Buzz: Lucas Morillo Returns From Injury, Plus Key Updates

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 20, 2025

Oct 8, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward David Jones Garcia (25) threads a pass to center Bismack Biyombo (18) as Miami Heat guard Kasparas Jakucionis (25) and center Kel'El Ware (7) defend during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

How injuries forced Erik Spoelstra's hand into playing rookie guard

Austin Dobbins

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Dec 20, 2025

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. 18 Illinois vs. Missouri: TV, Tip-Off Time, More

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 20, 2025

Oct 8, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat guard Kasparas Jakucionis (25) looks to pass the ball as San Antonio Spurs forward Harrison Barnes (40) defends in the first half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Illini in the NBA: Kasparas Jakucionis Gets First Bucket, Ayo Dosunmu Thriving

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 20, 2025

Mar 23, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood leaves the court after the game against the Duquesne Dukes in the second round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at CHI Health Center Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Illinois Enters Race for Five-Star Prospect Christian Collins: What Are the Odds?

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 19, 2025

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