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Jan 24, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) celebrates a win agains the Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Season of Expectations: Illinois' David Mirkovic Named AP Preseason All-American

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 21, 2026

Illinois guard Quentin Coleman (11) drives against a Cincinnati defender in the Illini's 105-96 exhibition win over the Bearcats on Saturday in Cincinnati.

Why Quentin Coleman Could Be Illinois' Most Important Player This Season

Pranav Hegde

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Oct 21, 2026

Michigan State’s Jeremy Fears Jr. could set the all-time assists record this season.

Ranking Men’s Basketball National Player of the Year Candidates by All-American Tiers

Kevin Sweeney

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Oct 21, 2026

Cincinnati head coach Jerrod Calhoun speaks during a press conference announcing him as the head men's basketball coach at Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Cincinnati Coach Says Illinois Basketball's Offense 'Like Nothing I've Seen'

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 20, 2026

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Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts against the Connecticut Huskies in the second half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood Quotes to Know After Illinois' Exhibition Win Over Cincinnati

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 20, 2026

Kansas Jayhawks guard Tyran Stokes (4) yells out after a foul called and basket against Pittsburg State Gorillas during the game inside Allen Fieldhouse on Oct. 16, 2026.

Pair of Potential Lottery Picks Shine in Exhibition Matchups

Randall Sweet

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Oct 19, 2026

Feb 27, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets the crowd before the first half against the Michigan Wolverines at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Analyzing Freshman Ethan Brown's Unexpected Start in Illinois' Win at Cincinnati

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 19, 2026

Jan 21, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets fans as he enters the floor during pre-game introductions at State Farm Center in a matchup against the Maryland Terrapins.. Mandatory Credit: Fred Zwicky-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball No. 3 in AP Preseason Poll – Should the Illini Be Even Higher?

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 19, 2026

Feb 15, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the second half against the Indiana Hoosiers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball Struggles on Defense in Cincinnati Win – And Why We Aren't Worried

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 18, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood looks on before an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Analyzing Illinois Basketball's Highlights From Exhibition Win Over Cincinnati

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 18, 2026

Feb 27, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets the crowd before the first half against the Michigan Wolverines at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

5 Key Stats From Illinois Basketball's Exhibition Win Over Cincinnati

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 18, 2026

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

Brad Underwood's Key Quotes Ahead of Illinois Basketball vs. Cincinnati

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 17, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood yells down court Thursday, March 19, 2026, during the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament first round game against the Penn Quakers at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.

3 Illinois Basketball Storylines to Watch vs. Cincinnati

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 17, 2026

Cincinnati head coach Jerrod Calhoun speaks during a press conference announcing him as the head men's basketball coach at Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

What to Know About Illinois Basketball's Exhibition Opponent Cincinnati

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 17, 2026

Jan 24, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) dribbles the ball during the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball's David Mirkovic Lands in First Round of 2027 NBA Mock Draft

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 17, 2026

Feb 1, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood walks onto the court before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball to Host 2029 Forward Bronx Ganaway in Unofficial Visit

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 15, 2026

Feb 1, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) and center Zvonimir Ivisic (44) celebrate after a shot in the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Projecting Illinois Basketball's Starting Lineup Without David Mirkovic

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 14, 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

Key Takeaways From Illinois Basketball Landing in KenPom Preseason Top 5

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 14, 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.

Brad Underwood Revisits Illinois' Last Three Losses to UConn – But Isn't Backing Down

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 13, 2026

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