Jackson Langendorf

Joined: Oct 21, 2024

Primarily covers Illinois football and basketball, and Kansas basketball, with an emphasis on analysis, features and recruiting. Langendorf, a third-generation University of Illinois alum, has been watching Illini basketball and football for as long as he can remember. An advertising student and journalism devotee, he has been writing for On SI since October 2024. He can be followed and reached on X @jglangendorf.

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

The Illini cruised past the Trojans in Los Angeles on Wednesday night – and here's how they did it

Jan 24, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) looks at his teammate during the second half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

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Wagler has put together a remarkable freshman campaign – and this stat shows just how impressive it has been

Jan 8, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets the crowd before he first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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Bilas recently released his first rankings update since before the season, and there may be a lesson in where he slots the Illini

Jan 24, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) looks to shoot a three pointer during the first half against Purdue on Jan 24, 2026, in West Lafayette, Indiana, at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

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Stojakovic made the trip to Los Angeles, and Underwood updated his status for the Wednesday night matchup with USC

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

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Are the Illini still able to work themselves into one seed territory? We take a close look and detail what must happen ahead of the Big Dance.

Feb 4, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the second half against the Northwestern Wildcats at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Illini got back into the win column Sunday, but how much did they improve their standing in the eyes of the pundits?

Feb 15, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) and Indiana Hoosiers guard Jasai Miles (0) vie for a loose ball during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Illini were superb on the defensive end against the Hoosiers on Sunday – and KenPom took notice

Feb 4, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood talks to forward David Mirkovic (0) during the first half against the Northwestern Wildcats at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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Brad Underwood was 'so impressed' by Mirkovic after he put the Wisconsin loss on himself – and then delivered Sunday against Indiana

Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) celebrates the win with head coach Brad Underwood against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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Underwood said he's focused on the long-term health of his club, which could mean leaving Stojakovic at home during Illinois' trip to Los Angeles

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

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The Illini always want Stojakovic and Boswell on the floor, but the duo will be more needed than usual against the Hoosiers

Nov 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (1) during a stoppage against the Boston Celtics in the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Are Shannon and new teammate (and fellow former Illini) Dosunmu about to give Illinois fans a pro team to get behind?

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

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Since the start of February, three of the Big Ten's top five teams have taken at least one loss. Here is our updated top five following the chaos.

Jackson Langendorf

Joined: Oct 21, 2024

Is Tomislav Ivisic Becoming a Guard? How He's Thriving in New Role at Illinois

Why Illinois' Brad Underwood May Keep Starting Jake Davis Over Andrej Stojakovic

ESPN Matchup Predictor Reveals Favorite in Illinois-UCLA Showdown

Illinois Keeps Rewriting KenPom Record Books in Historic Season

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5 Key Stats That Show How Dominant Illinois Was in Win Over USC

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Keaton Wagler's Breakout at Illinois Highlighted by an Eye-Popping Statistic

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ESPN's Jay Bilas Moves Illinois Basketball in First Update Since Preseason

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Brad Underwood Shares Andrej Stojakovic Update Ahead of Illinois at USC

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Can Illinois Still Earn a No. 1 Seed in the NCAA Tournament? What Needs to Happen

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Where College Basketball's Top Experts Rank Illinois After Indiana Win

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KenPom Rewards Illinois' Elite Defense With Boost After Indiana Win

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David Mirkovic Takes Blame for One Loss, Sets a New Standard in a Win

Brad Underwood Implies Illinois' Andrej Stojakovic Could Miss More Time

Why Illinois Desperately Needs Andrej Stojakovic, Kylan Boswell Back for Indiana

Can Terrence Shannon, Ayo Dosunmu Turn Minnesota Into Illini Nation North?

Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings: Can Illinois Still Track Down Michigan?