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Ohio State Buckeyes forward Brandon Noel (14) fights for a rebound with Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) an dforward David Mirkovic (0) during the first half of the NCAA men's basketball game in Columbus on Dec. 9, 2025.

Three Key Observations From Illinois Basketball's 88-80 Win Over Ohio State

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 9, 2025

Dec 29, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood acknowledges the fans before a game with the Chicago State Cougars at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Is Illinois Basketball Headed to Dubai in 2026? Here's What We Know

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 9, 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

Big Ten Power Rankings: How Illinois, Michigan, Purdue and Others Stack Up

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 9, 2025

Bruce Thornton has been Ohio State's best player so far this season.

Illinois vs. Ohio State Prediction, Odds and Key Players to Watch for Tuesday, Dec. 9

Iain MacMillan

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Dec 9, 2025

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Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) celebrates a three-point shot by guard Keaton Wagler (23) against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

How to Watch No. 13 Illinois at Ohio State: TV, Tip-off Time, More

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 9, 2025

Feb 2, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) drives the ball against Ohio State Buckeyes forward Devin Royal (21) during the second half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Staff Picks: Who Wins Illinois Basketball at Ohio State?

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 9, 2025

Nov 24, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) and San Diego State Aztecs guard Elzie Harrington (3) reach for a loose ball during the second half in a 2025 Players Era Festival group play game at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

How Much Does Illinois Miss Michigan's Morez Johnson Jr. Right Now?

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 8, 2025

Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) drives to the basket against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Opportunity Is About to Knock for Illinois in AP College Basketball Poll

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 8, 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

ESPN's Metric Has Unexpected Prediction for Illinois' Big Ten Opener at Ohio State

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 8, 2025

Dec 6, 2025; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes forward Devin Royal (21) celebrates his three-point basket against the Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

First Look at Illinois Basketball's Game 10 Opponent: Ohio State Buckeyes

Pranav Hegde

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Dec 8, 2025

Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Zvonimir Ivisic (44) and forward David Mirkovic (0) celebrate after a called time out against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball Grades: Evaluating the Illini Against Tennessee

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 7, 2025

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

Why Has Illinois' Andrej Stojakovic Struggled in Recent Games?

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 7, 2025

Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Zvonimir Ivisic (44), guard Andrej Stojakovic (2), and forward David Mirkovic (0) blocks the shot of Tennessee Volunteers forward Nate Ament (10) during the first half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Social Media Reacts After Illinois Swarms Tennessee in Season's Biggest Win

Jason Langendorf

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Dec 7, 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

Illinois Soars Up the NET Rankings After Top-15 Win Over Tennessee

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 7, 2025

Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) drives to the baseline past Tennessee Volunteers center Felix Okpara (34) during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Did Illinois' Keaton Wagler Just Level Up Against Tennessee?

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 7, 2025

Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Ben Humrichous (3) blocks the shot of Tennessee Volunteers guard Ja'Kobi Gillespie (0) during the first half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood Dubs MVP of Illinois' Win vs. Tennessee: It May Come as a Surprise

Pranav Hegde

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Dec 7, 2025

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

Top Takeaway From Illinois' Victory Over Tennessee: Tomislav Ivisic is Back

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 7, 2025

Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) and center Zvonimir Ivisic (44) celebrate as Tennessee Volunteers calls timeout during the first half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Three Key Observations From Illinois Basketball's 75-62 Victory Over Tennessee

Pranav Hegde

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Dec 6, 2025

Nov 28, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Illinois' Brad Underwood Details Game Plan for Tennessee's Stingy Defense

Jackson Langendorf

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Dec 5, 2025

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