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David Mirkovic Lands in EvanMiya Preseason Top 10 as Two Other Illini Crack Top 20

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David Mirkovic one of 15 players to become college basketball stars per Jon Rothstein

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Is Illinois' Freshman Class Poised to Be the Best of the Brad Underwood Era?

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5-Star Illinois Target Darius Wabbington Moves Up Visit to Champaign

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Can #illini find a point guard? is the most overrated national talking point for the last few years. Like people haven't watched this offense with two "shooting guards," Marcus Domask and David Mirkovic running it.

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#illini men’s basketball’s 2026-27 Big Ten schedule

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#illini MBB heads to defending national champion Michigan on Feb. 9.

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Illinois Basketball Makes List of Top-5 2027 Recruit AJ Williams

Breaking down AJ Williams' fit with Illinois if he were to land in Champaign in 2027-28

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Illinois basketball makes top-10 for five-star AJ Williams

Williams is a top-five prospect in the class of 2027

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3 Reasons Illinois Basketball Should Be the National Title Favorite in 2026-27

The Illini are currently seen as college basketball's top team, but we're here to tell you why they should be

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‘The best decision of my life’: How Ayo Dosunmu made Illinois ‘cool’ again

Dosunmu doesn’t take his time at Illinois for granted.

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Ayo Dosunmu and the lasting Illini Legacy

Ayo Dosunmu met with media members at the 2026 Hall of Fame induction.

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Brad Underwood Explains Why Illinois Added Transfer Quentin McCoy

The Illini made a relatively unexpected move in signing McCoy, but Underwood gave some simple reasons why they pulled the trigger

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Illinois Misses on UConn-Bound Five-Star NaVorro Bowman Jr.: What Now?

Bowman, a priority target for the Illini who was set to visit Champaign this weekend, is off the board – but Illinois still has future guard options

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Illinois basketball Gets One Big Injury Boost—and One New Concern

Illinois basketball fans got a mixed bag of injury news this week. There is reason to feel encouraged about David Mirkovic’s recovery, but Zvonimir Ivisic’s situation remains something the Illini will have to keep a close eye on as the start of the season approaches. Mirkovic’s update is the good news. The Illinois forward suffered […]

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Injury Update on Illinois' David Mirkovic – Plus the Latest on Ivisic Twins

Brad Underwood commented on David Mirkovic's recovery, a recent hurdle for Tomislav Ivisic and an injury for Zvonimir Ivisic

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ICYMI: Zvonimir Ivisic dealing with hand injury

The Illini big man is currently sidelined.

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WCIA: Illinois’ Tomislav Ivisic back in Champaign after visa issue

Finally back.

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Stefan Vaaks Has No Regrets Leaving Providence for Illinois

Vaaks was referring to an opening statement at Bryan Hodgson's introductory press conference at Providence.

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Why Quentin Coleman’s Rebounding Could Make Him a Special Illinois Basketball Freshman

Quentin Coleman is expected to carry on the tradition of great Illini guards.

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Transfer's Message to Ex-HC 😬

Illinois' Stefan Vaaks with 'funny story' about Providence's Bryan Hodgson

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‘Never about anything but a national championship’: Underwood previews Illinois’ 2026-27 season

Underwood is confident that the 2026-27 season has a lot in store for Illinois.

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Illinois doesn’t have a huge non-conference game at home. Does it matter?

Where are the big home games?

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Keaton Wagler caught in midst of Clippers chaos

The rookie will be dealing with crazy circumstances.

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Illinois basketball lands official visit from top-10 2028 prospect

BU trying to get another big fish.

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Illinois basketball: Ranking the Illini’s top 2027 NBA Draft Prospects

Illinois 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 Visitors

Brad 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 visit

Illinois 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 Gibson

Illinois basketball continues to pursue high end talent particularly on the perimeter

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Brad Underwood Reveals Illinois Basketball's New Hurdle

The 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 Outlook

Underwood 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 workout

Back on campus.

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Brad Underwood Shares His Take on the Chaotic Landscape of College Basketball

Underwood 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 season

Brad 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 McCoy

Illinois 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 Again

Underwood 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 Gibson

King 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 UConn

The 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 roster

The 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 Illini

Hopefully 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. 1

Many 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 Basketball

Adam 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 Champaign

Kitt, 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 Champaign

Coming this fall.

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Illinois' Zavier Zens Showcases College Readiness in Newcomer Highlights

Even 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 Kamissoko

Illinois 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 hoops

BU 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 Kamissoko

Kamissoko 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 class

Another one.

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Illinois Basketball Releases full non-conference slate for 2026-2027 season

Illinois 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 Championship

For 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 Schedule

The 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 schedule

It’s here!

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Court Halts College Eligibility Ruling

Federal 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 Lusakueno

The 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 success

Thomas isn’t taking Underwood for granted.

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What We Learned From Landon Davis' and Lucas Morillo's Illinois Summer Highlights

More 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 NBA

It 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 Illini

Analyzing 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 Wabbington

The 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 basketball

The 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 Game

The 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 LSU

A 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 basketball

Why 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 Pettigrew

Illinois locks in headlining visit.

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Illinois stars abundant in latest mock NBA Draft

The Illinois-to-NBA pipeline will continue to grow next summer.

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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 Highlights

Two 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 nears

A 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 Starter

The 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 returners

These returners’ playstyles look pretty similar to some familiar pros.

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‘Just getting back’: Illinois’ Dolan ready in return from injury

The guard is poised for a big year.

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The Two Illinois Players Who Must Step Up If David Mirkovic Misses Time

Mirkovic'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 games

Looking ahead to some of the toughest Illinois non-con opponents.

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Potential starting lineups if Mirkovic misses time for Illinois

Brad 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 Timeline

Early 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 weeks

Speculation surrounding Mirkovic’s return from injury.

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David Mirkovic undergoes surgery on left foot

There 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 Highlights

The 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 2026-27

The 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 Chase

The 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 Why

Illinois 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 Year

Wagler’s play with the Illini earns him another prestigious honor.

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“It’s been really good”: Brad Underwood talks Illini summer practice

Illinois’ 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 season

Illinois 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 Visit

The 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 playmaking

Who will Illinois turn to to run the offense?

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Reports: Two five-star prospects set visits to Illinois

Stars 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 Visit

Illinois 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 Williams

The 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 guard

BU has some great options on his roster.

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Report: Illinois adds non-conference matchup with west coast school

Schedule almost complete.

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Former Illini NBA Summer League Grades: Keaton Wagler, Others Earn Final Marks

Some 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 2026-27

Illinois 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 Champaign

A familiar face returned to Illinois.

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Illinois Recruiting: 2027 Target to Schedule Visit, 2028 Prospect Makes EYBL History

The 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 Fit

The 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 forward

Go get the big man.

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Keaton Wagler takes over against Timberwolves

Will Wagler be the next Illini to earn a major NBA contract?

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Illinois basketball offers four-star forward Isaiah Santos

Illinois 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 Finale

Keaton 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 hype

The Illini are tested once again.

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Building Illinois' Best Starting Five of the Brad Underwood Era

Illinois 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 Highlights

The 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 start

Guard is starting to find his footing early in his NBA career.

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Illinois’ David Mirkovic third in early John Wooden Award odds

The Illini forward getting some love from Vegas.

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3 Intriguing Illinois Lineups for 2026-27 – and What Makes Each So Dangerous

The 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 Season

The 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 season

It’s almost go time.

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Wagler’s Summer League performances and NBA future with Joey Linn

Can Keaton Wagler become the face of the LA Clippers?

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Former Illini Will Riley shining in 2026 NBA Summer league

Will 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 game

Wagler silenced the haters.

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Projecting Illinois Basketball's Worst-Case Scenario for the 2026-27 Season

Expectations 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 League

Keaton 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 Breakout

Keaton Wagler next takes the court on Tuesday at 7pm CST.

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3 Big Concerns for Illinois Basketball Entering the 2026-27 Season

The 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 2026-27

This 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 Stasys

The 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 More

Both 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 Debut

Plenty 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 2026-27

If 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 Estonia

Vaaks 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 Out

Mihailo 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 games

The Nets might have found their Summer League gem.

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Patrick Mahomes returns home to ruin hopes of AFC contenders

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LSU Duo Banned from NFL in 2026

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Stribling to Miss 'Close' to 10 Weeks

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Mock NBA Expansion Draft 🤔

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NCAA rules on controversial Michigan play

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Best Fits for Top NFL FAs 🧩

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