Illinois vs. Arkansas-Little Rock - November 26, 2024

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Trojans logo, Trojans 3-4, 1ST 19, 2ND 15, TOT 34

Fighting Illini logo, Fighting Illini 5-1, 1ST 51, 2ND 41, TOT 92

What's Buzzing

Illinois Men's Basketball

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If @IlliniFootball is looking for any subs, we (may) have a guy 😅 Good luck to Coach B and the team as they kick off the season!

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Keaton Wagler on the Clippers roster …

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BREAKING: The NBA has ruled on the Los Angeles Clippers in for salary cap circumvention investigations on Kawhi Leonard after yearlong probe -- stripping the franchise of 5 first-round picks, issuing a $30 million fine to owner Steve Ballmer and suspensions for Ballmer, Lawrence

Little Rock Basketball

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Illinois Men's Basketball

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Standing out with @Nike What's your favorite uniform? 1️⃣ Script Orange 2️⃣ Script White 3️⃣ Modern Orange 4️⃣ Flyin Illini Blue

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Illinois basketball: Ranking the Illini’s top 2027 NBA Draft ProspectsIllinois basketball continues to produce NBA level talent every year.

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5-Star Bentley Lusakueno to Visit Illinois: Ranking Illini's Top September VisitorsBrad Underwood and his staff have a laundry list of five-star visits on the docket, but who among them is the best fit for Illinois?

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Illinois basketball to host five-star forward Bentley Lusakueno for official visitIllinois basketball continues to add high-end talent to its fall official visit roster.

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Illinois Basketball Lands in Top 10 for 2027 Five-Star Guard King GibsonIllinois basketball continues to pursue high end talent particularly on the perimeter

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Brad Underwood Reveals Illinois Basketball's New HurdleThe Illini are navigating uncharted waters heading into 2026-27, and they're hoping to improve on one particular weakness

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Brad Underwood Provides Insight Into Key Illinois Returners' 2026-27 OutlookUnderwood offered his thoughts on each Illini returner, including an unexpected name projected to be an impact player

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Keaton Wagler, Kylan Boswell return to Champaign for workoutBack on campus.

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Brad Underwood Shares His Take on the Chaotic Landscape of College BasketballUnderwood offered his thoughts on the "challenge" of operating in today's era – but also shared why he's "excited"

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Brad Underwood proud of number one retention in the country heading into 2026 seasonBrad Underwood has turned Illinois basketball into a consistent contender in the Big Ten

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Illinois basketball adds Arizona State transfer guard Quentin McCoyIllinois basketball is less than two months away from tipping off its exhibitons.

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Final Four Is a 'Great Drug' – And Why Brad Underwood Thinks Illinois Can Have It AgainUnderwood believes his Illini have what it takes to make another run to college basketball's final weekend in 2026-27

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Illinois Basketball Makes Top 10 for 5-Star 2027 Guard King GibsonKing Gibson, a dynamic combo guard in the class of 2027, cut his list to ten schools, and he included the Illini

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Slaying the boogeyman: History behind Illinois and UConnThe Illini are looking to beat the Huskies for the first time since 1938.

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Illinois Basketball Adds Transfer to Fill Final Roster Spot: Who Is Quentin McCoy? Will McCoy, a Chicago native who played at Arizona State the past two seasons, make an impact as a late addition for the Illini?

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Brad Underwood Names Illinois Freshman Summer Standouts – Including a 'Big Surprise'CBS Sports' Jon Rothstein hosted Brad Underwood for an interview, and the Illini coach revealed key first-year standouts from the summer

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Illinois adds guard Quentin McCoy to rosterThe Illini add a new face into the mix.

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How will Brad Underwood balance minutes for a loaded Illinois roster?Underwood has a good problem on his hands.

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How the David Mirkovic injury could affect the IlliniHopefully it’s not a huge deal.

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Is Zvonimir Ivisic the best big man off the bench in college basketball?Zvonimir Ivisic could be one of college basketball’s most impactful backup big men in 2026-27 after adding nearly 40 pounds this offseason.

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Why One Coach Isn't Picking Illinois Basketball as His Preseason No. 1Many believe the Illini are a top-five team headed into next season, but one anonymous coach had a clear reason why he didn't pick them No. 1

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Adam Fletcher: The Unsung Hero of Illinois BasketballAdam Fletcher is a key reason for the transformation of Illinois basketball.

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Illinois Four-Star Commit Quinton Kitt to Make Official Visit to ChampaignKitt, a 2027 Illini commit, has yet to officially visit campus, but that's now set to change in late October

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Reacting to Illinois Basketball’s non-conference schedule!Which of the Illini’s non-conference battles intrigue you the most?

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2027 Illinois commit Quinton Kitt schedules official visit to ChampaignComing this fall.

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Illinois' Zavier Zens Showcases College Readiness in Newcomer HighlightsEven if Zens' freshman role with the Illini may be narrower than the one he was accustomed to in high school, he could deliver right away

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Illinois basketball to receive official visit from five-star wing Moussa KamissokoIllinois basketball has multiple other five-star prospects in the class of 2027 visiting.

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What 2027 commit Mason Martin means for Illini hoopsBU is pushing to retake the state of Illinois’ high school stars.

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Illinois Adds to Growing List of 5-Star Visits With Versatile Wing Moussa KamissokoKamissoko is the latest five-star prospect to schedule a visit with the Illini, who may be ascending to a new level of regard

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Illinois lands official visit from another 5-star in 2027 classAnother one.

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Illinois Basketball Releases full non-conference slate for 2026-2027 seasonIllinois basketball will use all three exhibitions to maximize chemistry and on-court cohesion before taking on a mammoth non-conference schedule.

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Illinois Basketball Named Among 10 Programs Most Likely to Win First National ChampionshipFor decades, Illinois basketball has lived with the same frustrating reality. The Illini have had the history, the fan base, the talent, and a few seasons that looked capable of ending with a national championship, but they have never actually finished the job. Now, one national writer believes that could finally change. In his latest […]

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Ranking Every Game on Illinois Basketball's 2026-27 Non-Conference ScheduleThe Illini have firmed up the maximum 12 non-conference games for next season, including several marque matchups

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Illinois basketball reveals full 2026-27 non-conference scheduleIt’s here!

Court Halts College Eligibility Ruling

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Court Halts College Eligibility RulingFederal appeals court temporarily pauses order that would have granted extra year of eligibility (AP)

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Illinois Basketball Offers Nation's No. 1 2028 Power Forward Bentley LusakuenoThe Illini officially entered the race for Lusakueno, a five-star forward with an ideal skill set for Illinois' system

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Deon Thomas praises Brad Underwood and Illinois’ recent successThomas isn’t taking Underwood for granted.

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What We Learned From Landon Davis' and Lucas Morillo's Illinois Summer HighlightsMore Illini summer highlights help us get a handle on the prospects of freshmen Landon Davis and Lucas Morillo

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Top three highest-earning Illini in the NBAIt was a big week for Illini making money in the pros; let’s keep it going.

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Why the NBA should bring a game to State Farm Center It’d be a big draw.

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Comparing Every Illinois Basketball 2026-27 Freshman to a Former IlliniAnalyzing coach Brad Underwood's loaded freshman class through the lens of the program's players of the past

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Illinois Basketball Making Late Push For 2027 5-Star Darius WabbingtonThe Illini appear to be in the mix to land Wabbington, despite the big man having released a top six that doesn't include Illinois

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Mirkovic ranked top power forward in college basketballThe sophomore tops the list of top 10 power forwards for the 2026-27 season.

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Is Illinois Basketball Freshman Lucas Morillo Overlooked Heading Into 2026-27?If Morillo, a versatile wing, can quickly build out one part of his game, he could be a surprise contributor in his first season in Champaign

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5-Star Brady Pettigrew to Visit Illinois: Breaking Down His Recruitment and GameThe Illini will host Pettigrew, an in-state target who also will take trips to a handful of other powerhouse programs

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Former Illini Skyy Clark transfers to LSUA familiar face is heading to a new team.

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Deon Thomas on why Brad Underwood has thrived in new era of college basketballWhy has Brad Underwood succeeded in the new era of college basketball?

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Illinois locks in official visit from in-state 5-star Brady PettigrewIllinois locks in headlining visit.

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Illinois stars abundant in latest mock NBA DraftThe Illinois-to-NBA pipeline will continue to grow next summer.

Dusty May Was Over CBB 🙃

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Dusty May Was Over CBB 🙃Mavs HC reveals his breaking point

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Breaking Down Stefan Vaaks' and Ethan Brown's Illinois Basketball Summer HighlightsTwo of the new arrivals in Champaign recently saw their summer highlights released, and here's what we found

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Should Illinois Basketball Add a Fifth-Year Player For 2026-27?In this era of virtually open player movement, the Illini still have room to add to their roster – but who might they target?

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Who Will Earn Illinois Basketball's Final Rotation Spot in 2026-27?The Illini seemingly enter 2026-27 with nearly their full rotation in 20-20 view, but who fills out the final eighth-man spot?

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Former Illinois stars set for big NBA season as schedule release nearsA big season looms for Ayo & TSJ.

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Can Lincoln Williams Make an Immediate Impact for Illinois Basketball in Year 1?Williams appears to have the tools to contribute as a freshman in 2026-27, but is there a legitimate path to minutes?

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What Illinois Basketball Would Need From Zvonimir Ivisic as a StarterThe Illini may need Ivisic to play a much larger role early in the 2026-27 season, but what would that entail?

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A list of the closest NBA comparisons for Illinois returnersThese returners’ playstyles look pretty similar to some familiar pros.

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‘Just getting back’: Illinois’ Dolan ready in return from injuryThe guard is poised for a big year.

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The Two Illinois Players Who Must Step Up If David Mirkovic Misses TimeMirkovic's injury timeline remains uncertain, which means the Illini may need more contributions from frontcourt reserves

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Previewing the Illini’s four biggest non-conference gamesLooking ahead to some of the toughest Illinois non-con opponents.

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Potential starting lineups if Mirkovic misses time for IllinoisBrad Underwood has the roster to make it work.

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Is Andrej Stojakovic due for a second-year leap with Illinois?Andrej may be even better this season.

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Mirkovic injury update; Stefan Vaaks and Gabe Jacas with Bill Koch of The Providence Journal!Will David Mirkovic’s injury hurt the Illini’s chances of winning the Big Ten?

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ESPN Projects Illinois Basketball's 2026-27 Ceiling and Floor: Are They Too Low?The Illini, according to ESPN, appear to have a different outlook entering the 2026-27 season than most would have expected

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Breaking Down David Mirkovic's Best-Case Recovery TimelineEarly reports have indicated a quick road to recovery for Mirkovic, so how might he and the Illini be affected by a short absence?

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David Mirkovic Undergoes Surgery: What Is Illinois' Next Step?With David Mirkovic having undergone surgery on his left foot Tuesday, how do the Illini move forward without him?

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Field of 68: Illinois’ David Mirkovic out for 6-8 weeksSpeculation surrounding Mirkovic’s return from injury.

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David Mirkovic undergoes surgery on left footThere was no timetable given on the forwards return.

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Most underrated Illini Basketball player of 21st century?Which Illinois Basketball player of the 21st century is the most underrated?

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Big Ten Center Power Rankings 2026-27: Does Tomislav Ivisic Claim the Top Spot?Illinois' Ivisic may have taken a slight step backwards in 2025-26, but could he still be the conference's best center?

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Reacting to Quentin Coleman's Incredible Illinois Summer HighlightsThe Illini appear to have an absolute star in Quentin Coleman, who displayed his diverse skill set in recently-released highlight clips

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Illinois Basketball Debate: Which Brad Underwood Team Was Better, 2023-24 or 2025-26?Which Illinois basketball team would you take: Terrence Shannon Jr.’s Elite Eight squad or the 2025-26 roster loaded with Keaton Wagner, Andrej Stojaković and the Balkan Trio? Was Brad Underwood’s 2023-24 team, the one that rode Shannon, Marcus Domask and Coleman Hawkins to the Elite Eight, the best team of his tenure? Or is the […]

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Which Illinois bench player will have the greatest impact?Illinois has enticing options throughout its lineup.

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Illinois Basketball's Three Most Dangerous Big Ten Trap Games in 2026-27The Illini are expected to coast through the majority of their Big Ten slate, but there are a few games that could trip them up

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Big Ten Power Forward 2026-27 Power Rankings: Does David Mirkovic Stand Alone?Mirkovic enters 2026-27 as one of the best players in college basketball, but is there anyone who can challenge him as the Big Ten's top power forward?

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3 Big Ten Matchups That Could Decide Illinois Basketball's 2026-27 Title ChaseThe Illini are seeking their first Big Ten title since 2022, but these three games may stand in their way

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Brad Underwood Wants Illinois Basketball to Play Faster—and Here’s WhyIllinois basketball enters the 2026-2027 season as one of the favorites in the Big Ten.

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Keaton Wagler named 2026 Kansas City Sportsman of the YearWagler’s play with the Illini earns him another prestigious honor.

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“It’s been really good”: Brad Underwood talks Illini summer practiceIllinois’ head coach gives positive updates on offseason workouts.

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Is this the golden age of Illinois basketball? The resurgence is here.

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Big Ten Small Forward Power Rankings: Andrej Stojakovic or Pryce Sandfort at No. 1?The Big Ten has a deep position group at small forward, with a combination of elite freshmen and proven returners

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Illinois basketball to exemplify positionless basketball in 2026-2027 seasonIllinois basketball has size and versatility at every position on the floor.

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Big Ten Shooting Guard 2026-27 Power Rankings: Is Quentin Coleman in the Mix?Illinois freshman Quentin Coleman is expected to be a valuable contributor from Day 1 – but is he already in the top tier of Big Ten shooting guards?

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Who is the Illini goat?Who is the greatest Illini to ever get buckets for the orange and blue?

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Illinois Basketball to Host Five-Star 2028 Recruit Dylan Betts for Unofficial VisitThe Illini appear to be firmly in the mix for 2028 prospect Dylan Betts, a 7-foot-3 big man with incredible upside

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Top Illini candidates to replace Keaton Wagler’s playmakingWho will Illinois turn to to run the offense?

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Reports: Two five-star prospects set visits to IllinoisStars are coming to Champaign.

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Illinois Sets Visit With Five-Star 2027 Guard NaVorro Bowman Jr.The Illini appear to be in the thick of the race for Bowman, a high-scoring guard from California

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Illinois basketball to host five-star guard NaVorro Bowman Jr. for Official VisitIllinois basketball continues to host high-level perimeter talent

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Visit News: NaVorro Bowman Jr., the No. 10 overall prospect in the class of 2027, has locked in official visits to UConn, Illinois, Texas and Arizona, source tells @247Sports https://t.co/P1tW43sIm3

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Illinois Basketball Offers Class of 2028 No. 1 Prospect AJ WilliamsThe Illini threw their hat in the ring for top-ranked 2028 recruit Williams, an ultra-dynamic player on both ends of the floor

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Why Illinois doesn’t need a traditional point guardBU has some great options on his roster.

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Report: Illinois adds non-conference matchup with west coast schoolSchedule almost complete.

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Former Illini NBA Summer League Grades: Keaton Wagler, Others Earn Final MarksSome former Illinois players excelled in the 2026 NBA Summer League, others played their role to perfection and one struggled

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Illinois Basketball Schedule: Seattle Added for 2026-27Illinois basketball seems to be looking to add one more marquee opponent to its nonconference schedule.

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Former Illini Malcolm Hill back in ChampaignA familiar face returned to Illinois.

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Illinois Recruiting: 2027 Target to Schedule Visit, 2028 Prospect Makes EYBL HistoryThe Illini are setting up a visit with a four-star forward in the 2027 class while a key 2028 in-state target was named the first EYBL 16U MVP ever

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Illinois Enters Race for Versatile 2028 Five-Star Benjamin Berrouet: How He'd FitThe Illini extended an offer to Benjmain Berrouet, a versatile, high-upside forward from the class of 2028

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Big Ten Point Guard Power Rankings for 2026-27: Is Illinois' Stefan Vaaks Top Three?The Big Ten is loaded with talent at lead guard, but does the Illini's Stefan Vaaks – a superb shooter and playmaker – fit in?

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Illinois offers 2028 5-star power forwardGo get the big man.

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Keaton Wagler takes over against TimberwolvesWill Wagler be the next Illini to earn a major NBA contract?

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Illinois basketball offers four-star forward Isaiah SantosIllinois basketball continues to pursue positional size and versatility on the wing.

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Keaton Wagler Explodes for 26 Points in Clippers Summer League FinaleKeaton Wagler showed Clippers fans why he's worthy of the number 5 overall draft pick.

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Ranking Illinois’ non-conference schedule by hypeThe Illini are tested once again.

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Building Illinois' Best Starting Five of the Brad Underwood EraIllinois on SI selects the ultimate starting lineup from Underwood-coached Illini – an exercise that's quickly growing more difficult

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3 Key Takeaways From Illinois Basketball's Summer HighlightsThe Illini are in action behind the scenes, and even though the regular season is months away, they gave us a glimpse of what's to come

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Kylan Boswell efficient in first Summer League startGuard is starting to find his footing early in his NBA career.

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Illinois’ David Mirkovic third in early John Wooden Award oddsThe Illini forward getting some love from Vegas.

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3 Intriguing Illinois Lineups for 2026-27 – and What Makes Each So DangerousThe Illini will be loaded with talent next season, but it will be up to Brad Underwood to determine how to best utilize it

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Projecting Illinois Basketball's Best Case-Scenario for the 2026-27 SeasonThe Illini are capable of a monumental season in 2026-27, but is the high-water mark really a national title?

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Two biggest questions facing Illinois Basketball before 2026-27 seasonIt’s almost go time.

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Wagler’s Summer League performances and NBA future with Joey LinnCan Keaton Wagler become the face of the LA Clippers?

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Former Illini Will Riley shining in 2026 NBA Summer leagueWill Riley has become a foundational piece on the wing for the Washington Wizards.

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Keaton Wagler redeems himself in second Summer League gameWagler silenced the haters.

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Projecting Illinois Basketball's Worst-Case Scenario for the 2026-27 SeasonExpectations are through the roof for the Illini, but there are possibilities that could bring next season crashing down around them

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Keaton Wagler and Will Riley Explode, Other Former Illini Shine in NBA Summer LeagueKeaton Wagler hushed any (far too early) critiques on Sunday night, Will Riley dominated, and other Illini starred in their roles

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Keaton Wagler Silences Early Doubters with Summer League BreakoutKeaton Wagler next takes the court on Tuesday at 7pm CST.

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3 Big Concerns for Illinois Basketball Entering the 2026-27 SeasonThe Illini should be one of the best teams in the country, but they aren't a finished product – especially on one end of the floor

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One Key Question for Each Illinois Player Entering 2026-27This experienced Illini squad already checks a lot of boxes, but there are some unknowns as well – even for the returners

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Illinois Basketball Extends Offer to Under-the-Radar 2027 Forward Ed StasysThe Illini are the first high-major program to offer Stasys, an in-state recruit with a unique skill set

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Can Quentin Coleman Become Illinois' No. 1 Option in 2026-27?Coleman enters college with great expectations, but is he ready to hit the ground running as the Illini's premier weapon?

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Former Illini NBA Summer League Roundup: Keaton Wagler, Kylan Boswell and MoreBoth Keaton Wagler and Kylan Boswell struggled mightily in their respective debuts, while a more seasoned former Illini showed out

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Keaton Wagler struggles in NBA Summer League DebutPlenty of ball left to be played this summer, however.

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Top 10 Big Ten Returners for 2026-27: Which Illinois Players Made the Cut?The Illini have an elite cast of returners, but so do some other Big Ten squads. Where did David Mirkovic and Andrej Stojakovic fall on this list?

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Why Zvonimir Ivisic Is Illinois Basketball's X-Factor in 2026-27If Ivisic improves incrementally in just two areas, the Illini could become a near-unstoppable college basketball juggernaut

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Illini Timberwolves with Canis Hoopus!Will Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr be a focal part of the Timberwolves’ future?

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What Illinois Learned From Stefan Vaaks' Strong FIBA Performance With EstoniaVaaks showcased his well-known skills with Estonia – but also flashed some abilities Illini fans may not have expected

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Former Illini Update: Mihailo Petrovic Finds New Home, Ben Humrichous Showing OutMihailo Petrovic found a transfer destination in the Big East, while Ben Humrichous and Kasparas Jakucionis recently went off

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Ben Humrichous shows out in Nets’ first two Summer League gamesThe Nets might have found their Summer League gem.

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Former Illini Mihailo Petrovic has new homeTo the Big East.

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Illinois' Next Lockdown Defender: Brad Underwood's Take and Our Top ThreeThe Illini need to find someone to step into the shutdown defender role. Underwood mentioned a few potential names - three of whom are our top candidates.

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Brad Underwood Raves About Freshman Lincoln Williams' 'Special' AthleticismUnderwood believes Williams may be as athletic a player as Champaign has seen during his tenure

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Brad Underwood Offers Take on David Mirkovic Passing on National TeamUnderwood offered his opinion on why Mirkovic stayed in Champaign instead of playing for his national team and gave insight on Mirkovic's offseason thus far

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Illinois Coach Brad Underwood's Early Takeaways on Transfer Stefan VaaksUnderwood appears impressed by Vaaks, who is expected to carry a heavy load in his first year with the Illini

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Illinois Returnees Are 'Hungry' – and Illini Building New Identity For 2026-27The Illini may be bringing back five rotational players from 2025-26, but 'this team will have its own identity' says head coach Brad Underwood

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Illinois Basketball: David Mirkovic Makes Crucial Summer Decision That Could Fuel NBA RiseIllinois star David Mirkovic made one of the program's biggest offseason decisions by remaining in Champaign to train with strength coach Adam Fletcher.

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Illinois Basketball: Brad Underwood Reveals Massive Transformation for Zvonimir IvisicZvonimir Ivisic has the skillset to be one of the most impactful big men in the Big Ten.

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Illinois basketball starts summer 2026 with minor injuriesIllinois basketball will heavily rely on Stojakovic, Davis and Morillo in the 2026-2027 season.

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Illinois' Loaded Frontcourt Isn't a Finished Product: 'Got to Get Better'The Illini undoubtedly have talent in their big-man rotation, but coach Brad Underwood wants to see a lot more from his frontcourt

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Why Illinois' 2026-27 Offense 'May Look Different' but Be Just as EffectiveWith new pieces in Champaign, expect Illinois to play faster – but feature an attack as dangerous as that of the 2025-26 Illini

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Brad Underwood tees off at John Deere Classic Pro-AmThe Illinois head coach trades in the basketball for some golf balls.

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Is Freshman Guard Ethan Brown Illinois Basketball's Next Big Surprise?Brown is best known for his shooting, but that isn't what has caught Illini coach Brad Underwood's attention this summer

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Illinois Basketball 2026-2027 schedule trackerThe Illinois basketball 2026-2027 schedule

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Illinois season tickets sell out for 3rd straight yearState Farm Center will be packed yet again next season.

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Brad Underwood Provides Injury and Availability Updates for Multiple IlliniGet status updates on Andrej Stojakovic, Jake Davis and other Illinois players who have been out or limited for offseason activities

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Illinois Hosts 2028 Five-Star Guard Brady Pettigrew For Unofficial VisitThe Illini continue to make Pettigrew, an in-state 2028 target, one of their top priorities – and for good reason

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Illinois Basketball Offers Emerging 2027 Wing Jayon ConnorThe Illini extended the first high-major offer to Connor, whose ongoing development could push him to far outplay his unranked status

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Why David Mirkovic Will Be Illinois' Most Valuable Player in 2026-27The Illini's greatest strength may be their balance, but someone has to lead the charge – and we believe it will be Mirkovic

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Illinois Basketball's Top 2027 Recruiting Targets by PositionCertain 2027 recruits have separated themselves from the others as the best the Illini should pursue

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Big Ten Basketball Head Coach Rankings: Is Brad Underwood Top Three?Was a Final Four appearance enough to push Brad Underwood into the elite tier of Big Ten head coaches – and who is No. 1?

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Keaton Wagler’s impact on Illinois will extend far beyond 2026Wagler’s path to the next level should be an incredible recruiting sell for the Illini.