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Jan 7, 2026; Providence, Rhode Island, USA; Providence Friars guard Stefan Vaaks (7) reacts to game action during the first half against the UConn Huskies at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Ranking the Big Ten's Top Incoming Transfers: Is Illinois' Stefan Vaaks No. 1?

Jackson Langendorf

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May 25, 2026

Jan 29, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) watches the dribble of Washington Huskies guard Zoom Diallo (5) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

NBA Executives Reportedly Aligned on Andrej Stojakovic's Draft Future

Jackson Langendorf

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May 22, 2026

Jan 21, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) brings the ball up against Maryland Terrapins guard David Coit (8) in the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Fred Zwicky-Imagn Images

The One Question That May Determine Keaton Wagler's NBA Success

Jackson Langendorf

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May 22, 2026

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

3 Musts for Illinois Basketball to Win the Big Ten in 2026-27

Jackson Langendorf

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May 21, 2026

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Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Neb.

Big Ten Baseball Tournament Central: Schedule, Results, Bracket

Kaleb Henry

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May 24, 2026

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

Illinois Pursuing a Different Type of Target in 2027 Four-Star Lewis Uvwo

Jackson Langendorf

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May 21, 2026

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: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball Enters Race for 2027 Five-Star Prospect Moussa Kamissoko

Jackson Langendorf

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May 20, 2026

Feb 1, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) dribbles during the second half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

The 3 Greatest Moments of Keaton Wagler's Illinois Career

Jackson Langendorf

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May 19, 2026

Feb 15, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) drives the ball against Indiana Hoosiers guard Conor Enright (5) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

What is Illinois Guard Kylan Boswell's NBA Draft Ceiling – and His Floor?

Jackson Langendorf

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May 19, 2026

Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti and other conference leaders are smiling and flexing their power at their annual spring meetings this week.

Big Ten’s New Swagger Is Reshaping the Future of College Sports

Bryan Fischer

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May 18, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood looks on during a practice session ahead of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball Offers Smooth-Shooting 2028 Wing Enmanuel Valera Melo

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May 18, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood speaks during a press conference ahead of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Do the 2026-27 Big Ten Basketball Matchups Favor or Hurt Illinois?

Jason Langendorf

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May 18, 2026

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

2026-27 Big Ten Freshman of the Year Hopefuls: Is Quentin Coleman a Favorite?

Jackson Langendorf

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May 17, 2026

Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Neb.

Explaining the Big Ten’s New Baseball Tournament Format

Kaleb Henry

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May 16, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) dribbles the ball against UConn Huskies guard Solo Ball (1) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

What is Keaton Wagler's NBA Draft Ceiling and Floor in 2026?

Jackson Langendorf

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May 16, 2026

Nebraska catcher Jeter Worthley waits for the next batter from Minnesota.

Big Ten Baseball Tournament Seeding Scenarios for Every Team with One Day Left

Kaleb Henry

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May 16, 2026

Dec 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) during the first half against the Southern University Jaguars at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How Illinois' Kylan Boswell Performed in 2026 NBA Draft Combine Scrimmages

Jackson Langendorf

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May 16, 2026

Nebraska right fielder Drew Grego celebrates as Minnesota first baseman Jack Bello walks back to the bag.

Big Ten Baseball Tournament Seeding Scenarios for Every Team with Two Days Left

Kaleb Henry

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May 15, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) controls the ball against Iowa Hawkeyes guard Tate Sage (24) in the first half during an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Projecting Illinois' Preseason Ranking With – and Without – Andrej Stojakovic

Jackson Langendorf

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May 14, 2026

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