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Illinois guard Keaton Wagler (23) launches a floater over Texas Tech's Christian Anderson in the Illini's 81-77 win over the Red Raiders last week at the State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois.

Illinois' Keaton Wagler Draw Comparison to NBA MVP From Brad Underwood

Jackson Langendorf

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Nov 19, 2025

Kansas Jayhawks guard Tre White (3) dribbles up court during the first half of the exhibition game against Fort Hays State Tigers inside Allen Fieldhouse on Tuesday, October, 28, 2025.

How Illinois Transfers Are Faring: Morez Johnson Jr., Tre White and Others

Jackson Langendorf

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Nov 19, 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 Latest ESPN Bracketology Projections From Joe Lunardi

Jackson Langendorf

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Nov 19, 2025

Feb 8, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood looks on during the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood Updates Illinois' Injury Status Ahead of Alabama Game

Jackson Langendorf

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Nov 19, 2025

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David Mirkovic and Illinois are favored against Alabama on Wednesday.

Alabama vs. Illinois Prediction, Odds and Key Players to Watch for Wednesday, Nov. 19

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Nov 19, 2025

Mar 23, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the first half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament against the Kentucky Wildcats at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Illinois' Brad Underwood on Alabama's Pace: 'They Got to Keep Up With Us'

Jackson Langendorf

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Nov 18, 2025

Nov 14, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Fighting Illini student fans cheer during the second half against the Colgate Raiders at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Staff Picks: Who Wins Illinois Basketball vs. Alabama?

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Nov 18, 2025

Nov 14, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) drives to the basket as Colgate Raiders forward Ayomi Odetoyinbo (15) defends during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How to Watch Illinois Basketball vs. Alabama: Stream, Radio and More (Game 5)

Jason Langendorf

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Nov 18, 2025

Nov 13, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama head coach Nate Oats lobbies a ref for a call during the game with Purdue at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa News

Nate Oats Warns Alabama: Illinois Will Win If This Key Issue Isn’t Fixed

Jackson Langendorf

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Nov 18, 2025

Nov 14, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) drives the ball against Colgate Raiders forward Sam Wright (33) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

3 Key Numbers Ahead of Illinois vs. Alabama – And What They Mean

Jackson Langendorf

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Nov 18, 2025

Texas Tech Red Raiders head coach Grant McCasland reacts during the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at State Farm Center.

Texas Tech Basketball Falls Further in Rankings After Latest Road Loss to Top-25 Opponent

Michael Cavallo

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Nov 19, 2025

Illinois center Tomislav Ivisic (13) looks for a cutter in the Illini's 113-55 win over Jackson State in the team's season opener last month at State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois.

Positive Injury Update on Illinois' Tomislav Ivisic: What It Means for the Illini

Jason Langendorf

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Nov 17, 2025

Illinois guard Kylan Boswell (4) is introduced ahead of the Illini's 81-77 win over then-No. 11 Texas Tech last week at the State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois.

Why an Illinois Win Over Alabama Would Prove a National Title Run Is Possible

Jackson Langendorf

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Nov 17, 2025

Nov 14, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) drives to the basket during the first half against the Colgate Raiders at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

What a Leap: Illinois Basketball Skyrockets in College Basketball AP Poll

Jason Langendorf

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Nov 17, 2025

Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood watches the action Friday, March 14, 2025, in a quarterfinals game at the 2025 TIAA Big Ten Tournament between the Maryland Terrapins and the Illinois Fighting Illini at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

ESPN Analytics Pick Favorite in Illinois vs. Alabama Big Ten-SEC Showdown

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Nov 17, 2025

Nov 14, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) drives the ball against Colgate Raiders guard Ben Tweedy (6) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois' Brad Underwood Describes What Makes Keaton Wagler So Effective

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Nov 16, 2025

Nov 8, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Labaron Philon (0) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

First Look at Illinois Basketball's Game 5 Opponent: Alabama Crimson Tide

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Nov 16, 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 Signs Second 2026 Recruit in Guard Ethan Brown: What He Brings

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Nov 15, 2025

Jan 23, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood before the tipoff of a game with the Maryland Terrapins at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois' Brad Underwood Offers Latest Injury Update as Alabama Looms

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Nov 15, 2025

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