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Kylan Boswell with a very efficient summer league game in only 15 minutes for the Charlotte Hornets 🐝🏀 #Illini #nba

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People online OVERREACTING to Keaton Wagler’s first summer league game 🤯🏀 #Nba #nbasummerleague #illini #clippers 🎙️ @IMAbrose

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#illini offer 2027 Benet Academy forward Ed Stasys Wrote about their interest here: https://t.co/YtfD0ikgLs

Edvardas Stasys

After a great conversation with Coach Underwood, I’m extremely grateful and blessed to receive an offer from the University of Illinois!

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#illini offer 2027 Benet Academy forward Ed Stasys Wrote about their interest here: https://t.co/QXdzkxlDIz

Edvardas Stasys

After a great conversation with Coach Underwood, I’m extremely grateful and blessed to receive an offer from the University of Illinois!

Orange and Blue News

I'm not worried in any way about Keaton Wagler's first game in the NBA Summer League. 1. It is understood that Wagler will have to add strength and adjust to the pace of the pro game. He is not a plug and play guy like Dybantsa or Peterson. 2. He isn't the kind of player

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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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Former Illini Mihailo Petrovic has new home

To the Big East.

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Illinois' Next Lockdown Defender: Brad Underwood's Take and Our Top Three

The 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' Athleticism

Underwood 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 Team

Underwood 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 Vaaks

Underwood 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 2026-27

The 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 Rise

Illinois 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 Ivisic

Zvonimir 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 injuries

Illinois 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 Effective

With 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-Am

The 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 tracker

The Illinois basketball 2026-2027 schedule

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Illinois season tickets sell out for 3rd straight year

State Farm Center will be packed yet again next season.

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Brad Underwood Provides Injury and Availability Updates for Multiple Illini

Get 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 Visit

The 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 Connor

The 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 2026-27

The 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 Position

Certain 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 2026

Wagler’s path to the next level should be an incredible recruiting sell for the Illini.

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Social Media Reacts to Three Former Illinois Players Earning NBA Opportunities

Keaton Wagler, Ben Humrichous and Kylan Boswell each landed with an NBA franchise this week

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ESPN's 2027 NBA Mock Draft Projects Multiple Illini – But Here's What It Missed

A handful of Illinois players figure to be selected in next year's NBA Draft, but perhaps not in the order ESPN's early projection suggests

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Former Illinois forward Ben Humrichous signs contract with Nets

Heading to Brooklyn.

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What the Hornets are getting from Kylan Boswell

Off to the NBA.

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What the Charlotte Hornets Are Getting in Illinois' Kylan Boswell

Kylan Boswell may be a touch undersized, but he'll be bringing a diverse skill set and unquantifiable intangibles to Charlotte

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Illinois' Top 2027 NBA Draft Prospects: Quentin Coleman or Stefan Vaaks at No. 1?

Illinois has been churning out NBA prospects lately, but 2027 may see more Illini drafted than in any other season under Brad Underwood

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Kylan Boswell signs with Charlotte Hornets as an undrafted free agent

Kylan Boswell is ready to make waves in the NBA.

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What the Brooklyn Nets Are Getting in Illinois' Ben Humrichous

Ben Humrichous may have gone undrafted, but don't be surprised if the new Brooklyn Nets signee winds up having a prosperous NBA career

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Keaton Wagler to the Clippers! Other Big Ten NBA Draft News!

How well is Keaton Wagler set up to succeed with the Clippers?

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What the Los Angeles Clippers Are Getting in Illinois' Keaton Wagler

What can former Illini Wagler, the No. 5 overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft, bring to the Clippers in the short and long term?

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Keaton Wagler drafted by Los Angeles Clippers at pick No. 5

Wagler becomes the highest-picked Illini in 21 years.

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What the Clippers are getting from new draft pick Keaton Wagler

The kid’s a winner.

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Keaton Wagler to Clippers at No. 5 🌟

LA adds one of best guard prospects in country to their backcourt 🎥

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Illinois Basketball’s Keaton Wagler Selected No. 5 Overall by Los Angeles Clippers in 2026 NBA Draft

Keaton Wagler's remarkable rise from under-the-radar recruit to NBA lottery pick reached its peak Tuesday night when the Los Angeles Clippers selected the Illinois freshman No. 5 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.

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Clippers Draft Illinois Star SG ‼️

🔸 Keaton Wagler goes No. 5 📝 Pro comp: Jamal Murray 🎥 Watch NCAA top SG's highlights

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Former Illini Roundup: Ayo Dosunmu, Kasparas Jakucionis and Ty Rodgers Updates

Dosunmu's postseason performance pays off, Jakucionis is on the move and Ty Rodgers suffers a setback

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Is Illinois the 2026-27 Big Ten Basketball Favorite After Dusty May's Departure?

Has May's exit at Michigan catapulted the Illini into their own tier in the Big Ten race heading into 2026-27?

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Where Keaton Wagler, Other Illini Landed in ESPN's Latest 2026 NBA Draft Projections

The 2026 NBA Draft takes place Tuesday and Wednesday, when at least one Illini is expected to be plucked off the board

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Illini guard Keaton Wagler cancels workout with the Brooklyn Nets

Wagler is expected to be the Illini's first lottery pick since 2012

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Dusty May’s departure opens door for Illinois to seize Big Ten championship

Dusty is heading to the NBA.

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Mavs Hiring Dusty May

Michigan's national championship winning coach leaving for NBA (Shams)

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Illinois basketball set for Big Ten title push after major retention

Illinois basketball enters the 2026-2027 season with a rather rare trait: continuity. In an era dominated by the transfer portal and nonstop roster turnover, the Illini have retained the core of a team that reached the Final Four and established itself as one of the nation’s elite programs. That retention should be a big reason […]

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Best- and Worst-Case Scenario for Illinois' Stefan Vaaks in 2026-27

Signs point towards Stefan Vaaks emerging as a star in 2026-27, but history also tells a more discouraging story

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Where Kylan Boswell stands in latest 2026 NBA Mock Drafts

Boswell will hopefully be the second Illini basketball player drafted in the 2026 NBA Draft.

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What Lincoln Williams can add to this Illini roster

The Illini have a freak athlete heading their way.

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Jeremy Woo's Latest Mock 📝

Draft week is here. See ESPN insider's latest projections 📲

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Will Keaton Wagler be a top-five pick in the 2026 NBA Draft?

Wagler would be the first Illini basketball player to be drafted in the top-five since 2005.

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Our biggest questions for Underwood and Illinois in 2027

No team is bulletproof, and the Illini have holes that need addressed.

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Why a No. 1 seed needs to be goal for Illinois Basketball

1 seed or bust in 2027.

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Is Illinois' Tomislav Ivisic Being Overlooked Heading Into 2026-27?

The Illini big man took a slight step back last season, but here's how he can take a big one forward in 2026-27

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Most Painful Losses of Brad Underwood’s Illini Career Draft

What loss of the Brad Underwood era has left you in the most pain? *Besides Loyola*

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All the buzz on Keaton Wagler’s NBA Draft stock

Your guide to all the rumors and news surrounding Wagler ahead of the draft.

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Keaton Wagler Legit NBA Concerns or Just Smoke?

Will Keaton Wagler still be drafted in the early lottery?

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Illinois Basketball Offers Five-Star 2028 Center Dylan Betts

The Illini are one of the early contenders for Betts – a huge, fluid big man who should make an instant impact wherever he lands

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Clippers' Preferred Targets 🎯

Illinois' Keaton Wagler seen as favorite for No. 5 pick (Jake Fischer)

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Illinois Basketball Offers Explosive 2027 Four-Star Forward Isaiah Santos

Santos isn’t the typical Illini target, but Brad Underwood must have liked what he saw from the athletic, high-motor wing

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Former Illini Ty Rodgers undergoes surgery after lower-body injury

Another injury for Ty.

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Who Will Lead Illinois in 2026-27? Predicting the Illini's Top Statistical Performers

Projecting who will lead the Illini in points, rebounds, assists and more in the 2026-27 campaign

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New Jeremy Woo Mock Draft 📊

ESPN analyst's latest projection ahead of next Tuesday 📲

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Illinois basketball to host 2028 guard Carter Smith for unofficial visit

Smith is a 6 foot 3 combo guard from Philadelphia.

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Top Five Players Illinois Basketball Will Face in 2026-27

The Illini will match up against high-level players in both non-conference and Big Ten action, but which are the best among them?

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Former Illinois recruiting target wins NBA Finals MVP

Once upon a time…

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Jersey numbers revealed for Illinois newcomers

A big group of freshmen and transfers.

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Illinois signee Lincoln Williams inspired by Terrence Shannon Jr.

Williams brings a lot of athletic similarities to the former Illini great, Terrence Shannon Jr.

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5-Star PG Commits to Arkansas

2027's No. 22 overall Davion Thompson picks Razorbacks over Baylor, Illinois, Kansas and more 📲

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Illinois Basketball Lands Top 2026 In-State Recruit Lincoln Williams: What to Know

The Illini made a late addition to their 2026-27 roster in Lincoln Williams, a long and bouncy guard from Kankakee

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Illinois adds Lincoln Williams to 2026 class

Another prep freshman.

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Illinois basketball lands athletic wing Lincoln Williams from Kankakee

NEWS: Illinois basketball has made a late addition to its class of 2026 with three-star wing Lincoln Williams.

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Play 31-0: Illinois version of viral lineup game

An Illini edition of the viral game.

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Why Illinois Signee Quentin Coleman's Team USA Performance Is So Encouraging

Quentin Coleman didn't have a fantastic showing in the most prominent categories through Team USA's pool play - but he did elsewhere

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Who is the GOAT Illinois Basketball coach?

Who is the greatest coach in Illinois Basketball history?

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Illinois Basketball Checks in at No. 2 on Jon Rothstein's Top 45

CBS Sports' very own Jon Rothstein released a preseason Top 45 and had Illinois Basketball rather high on his list.

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Does Illinois basketball enter summer as 2027's best team?

Very high expectations this fall.

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Does Jake Davis Have a Chance to Start For Illinois in 2026-27?

Davis was an unlikely starter for the Illini's Final Four squad last season, but is there a path for him to stay in the lineup in 2026-27?

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Illinois signee Quentin Coleman notches double-double for Team USA

The kid is good.

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Drafting Brad Underwood's Best Wins at Illinois

Which of Underwood's wins at Illinois was most impressive?

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Still-Too-Early Big Ten Basketball 2026-27 Power Rankings: Is Illinois No. 1?

Does Illinois' successful offseason equate to top-squad status in the Big Ten - or is Michigan still the team to beat?

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Illinois basketball offers explosive five-star guard Cayden Daughtry

NEWS: Illinois basketball has offered five-star guard Cayden Daughtry, a dynamic, scoring point guard from Florida.

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Illinois Climbs to Rightful Spot in Updated Bart Torvik 2026-27 Preseason Rankings

The Illini were initially ranked far too low in the preseason projection, but now they're back where they belong

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Does Illinois Basketball Have Another One-and-Done Prospect in Quentin Coleman?

Quentin Coleman comes to Champaign as part of a large freshman class, but can he stand apart and prove himself to be an NBA caliber talent after a single season

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Where College Basketball Experts Rank Illinois Heading Into 2026-27

After the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline, here is where top pundits - including those of us at Illinois on SI - rank the Illini nationally

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Illinois Basketball Offers 2027 Consensus Five-Star Wing DeMarcus Henry

The Illini recently joined the race for Henry, who is the latest top recruit being targeted by Brad Underwood and his staff

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Illinois Basketball Targets Dynamic Five-Star Guard Cayden Daughtry in 2027 Class

The Illini recently extended an offer to 2027 prospect Cayden Daughtry, who breaks the mold of the prototype Brad Underwood guard

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Can Brad Underwood bring a national title to Illinois in 2027?

Why a loaded veteran core gives the Illini everything they need to finish the job in March.

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Why Illinois can beat Texas Tech in back-to-back years

Can the Illini beat the Red Raiders two years in a row?

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2 Teams Eyeing Illinois Guard

Clippers (No. 5 pick) and Nets (No. 6 pick) 'closely studying' Keaton Wagler during pre-draft process (ESPN)

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Can Illinois' Andrej Stojakovic Become an All-American in 2026-27?

Stojakovic has loads of talent, but can he sharpen the one tool that has eluded him until now to make the final leap next season?

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Is Illinois Basketball A National Championship Contender in 2026?

According to John Fanta of NBC Sports, Illinois Basketball is a "Tier A" national championship contender in 2026.

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Illinois basketball: Why the Ivisic twins are bound for a breakout season

Tomislav and Zvonimir Ivisic are heading into their final season with Illinois basketball. If healthy, it should be their best yet.

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Can Stojakovic Make Year 2 Leap Under Coach Underwood?

Can Stojakovic take another step for the Illini in his second season?

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Illinois Basketball's Projected 2026-27 Starting Lineup With Andrej Stojakovic

Stojakovic, who committed to a return to Illinois next season, is all but guaranteed to start - but who will join him in the lineup?

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Illinois Freshman Quentin Coleman Adds to Hype With Team USA Nod

Coleman will spend early June with Team USA, giving Illinois fans another reason to believe in their freshmen pipeline

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Social Media Reacts to Andrej Stojakovic Announcing His Return to Illinois - Again

After testing the NBA waters, Stojakovic decided to officially return to Champaign for one more ride - and social media was over the moon about it

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What NCAA's new international guidelines mean for Underwood and Illinois

The college hoops landscape could change quite a bit.

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Illinois Andrej Stojakovic Reveals His Decision on the 2026 NBA Draft

Stojakovic had until Wednesday night to decide whether to stay in the NBA Draft or return for a final season with the Illini

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Andrej Stojakovic pulls name from NBA Draft, will return to Illinois

He's back.

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Stojakovic Won't Enter Draft

Illinois star announces decision to return to school because of unfinished business

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How Andrej Stojakovic, Jeremy Fears Jr. NBA Decisions Could Impact Big 10 Race

Illinois' Andrej Stojakovic and Michigan State's Jeremy Fears Jr. may hold the keys that unlock the next conference championship

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How four of Illinois' best coaches ever share a similar past

Four coaches who shaped Illinois basketball.

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

The league is bringing in a handful of stars, but which are the best - and does Vaaks pace the crew?

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How good is Illinois' 2026 freshman class?

Who do the Illini have joining them in the fall, and how good are they?

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Could Quentin Coleman be the next great Illinois guard?

Coleman looks to follow in the footsteps of Ayo Dosunmu and other Illini legends.

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NBA Executives Reportedly Aligned on Andrej Stojakovic's Draft Future

Stojakovic seemingly is still weighing his options, but NBA executives agree on what his choice should be

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Column | Predicting NBA Conference Finals matchups

The Conference Finals are officially underway, and the final four teams are all vying for a spot in the NBA finals. These are my predictions for each series after watching each Game 1. Western Conference: No. 1 Oklahoma City Thunder vs. No. 2 San Antonio Spurs After getting a double-overtime thriller in Game 1, this...

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

Wagler has proven himself as a ball-dominant force, but his NBA success may hinge on what he's capable of off the ball

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

The Illini are capable of finishing atop the Big Ten standings in 2026-27, but they must do these three things to have a shot

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

The Illini typically have specific molds their targets fit into, but Lewis Uvwo fits into none of them

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Illinois Hoops Updates: Week of May 18th

Illinois Hoops Updates for the Week of May 18th

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

Get background and a scouting report on Moussa Kamissoko, who received an offer from the Illini on Wednesday

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The 3 Greatest Moments of Keaton Wagler's Illinois Career

The Illini guard is off to the NBA, but not without leaving a lifetime of memories for Illinois fans - and none better than these three moments

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

The Illini guard is out of eligibility and off to the league. How high can he get drafted, and how low may he slip?

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Does Illinois have the best guard sell in college basketball?

Illinois has mastered the art of building elite guards, and they are capitalizing on it.

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Where Andrej Stojakovic Falls in Yahoo's Latest NBA Mock Draft

Andrej Stojakovic is projected as a late second-round Yahoo's latest NBA mock draft. What does it means for his future at Illinois?

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Illinois Basketball Offers Smooth-Shooting 2028 Wing Enmanuel Valera Melo

The Illini are eyeing a 2028 wing who goes to the same high school once attended by another recent Illinois basketball alum

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Brad Underwood agrees to extension with Illinois

The Illini head coach is sticking around into the next decade.

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

The Big Ten conference recently announced every member team's home, away and home-away series opponents for next season

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

Coleman should enter the 2026-27 campaign as a Big Ten Freshman of the Year contender, but is he the (very early) favorite?

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Is Brad Underwood already the GOAT Illinois Hoops coach?

Is Brad the GOAT Illini coach already?

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

Wagler is expected to hear his name called among the top 10 in June's NBA Draft, but what are likely best- and worst-case scenarios?

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

The two-year Illini guard and Champaign native played in two scrimmages at the combine. Here is how he played - and the impact on his draft stock.

Potential Steals in NBA Draft 🔥

These mid-to-late lotto picks can REALLY help a team next season...

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

The Illini are still awaiting Stojakovic's NBA Draft decision. How much will his choice affect Illinois' preseason ranking?

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Stojakovic remains 'both feet in' the draft, keeping Illinois options open

Illinois fans will have to wait until May 27.

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Kylan Boswell Shows Athleticism - But a Shaky Shot - at 2026 NBA Draft Combine

Boswell has had an up-and-down start to his 2026 NBA Draft Combine. Here is what to know thus far.

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Keaton Wagler's 2026 NBA Draft Combine Results - And What They Mean for His Stock

Wagler had a so-so showing at the 2026 NBA Draft Combine, but exactly how could that affect where he'll be selected on draft day?

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How Andrej Stojakovic's Shooting at NBA Draft Combine Impacts His Decision

Illinois' Stojakovic didn't change any opinions about his shooting on Tuesday. What does that mean for his draft stock and NBA decision?

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Illinois Basketball 2026-27 Schedule Tracker

We're tracking who the Illini will be playing next season.

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Illinois basketball announces home-and-home with Duke

Non-con schedule heating up.

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What Illinois' matchup vs. Duke says about Illini's non-conference slate

A blockbuster series.

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Illinois Basketball's All-Time Worst Recruiting Misses

Who hurt the most?

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Where Illinois' Keaton Wagler is Projected in ESPN's Latest NBA Mock Draft

Three Illini were projected in ESPN's post-lottery NBA mock draft, headlined by Keaton Wagler in the top five

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Andrej Stojakovic Turns Heads at NBA Draft Combine With Strong Physical Testing

The Illini wing displayed his NBA-level athleticism in front of scouts in Chicago on Monday

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Tuesday NBA Draft Combine Results 📝

Measurements, highlights and results from this year's class 📲

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Keaton Wagler's Official Measurements Released - Why His NBA Draft Stock Could Slip

The Illini freshman had unexpected NBA Draft Combine measurements - which may harm his draft stock

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How High Is Andrej Stojakovic's 2026 NBA Draft Ceiling - And How Low Is His Floor?

If the Illini wing decides to stay in the draft, what is his ceiling and floor? And how might each be heavily influenced by this week's draft combine?

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New York Knicks v Atlanta Hawks - Game Six

Teams That Got Worse During Offseason 📉

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Heat Linked to Russ

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Garrett Posts Donald Jersey 😏

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Illinois

Clippers Take Keaton Wagler At No. 5 ⭐️

One Key Question for Each Illinois Player Entering 2026-27

Illinois Basketball Extends Offer to Under-the-Radar 2027 Forward Ed Stasys

Can Quentin Coleman Become Illinois' No. 1 Option in 2026-27?

Former Illini NBA Summer League Roundup: Keaton Wagler, Kylan Boswell and More

What's Buzzing

Keaton Wagler struggles in NBA Summer League Debut

Top 10 Big Ten Returners for 2026-27: Which Illinois Players Made the Cut?

Why Zvonimir Ivisic Is Illinois Basketball's X-Factor in 2026-27

Illini Timberwolves with Canis Hoopus!

What Illinois Learned From Stefan Vaaks' Strong FIBA Performance With Estonia

Former Illini Update: Mihailo Petrovic Finds New Home, Ben Humrichous Showing Out

Ben Humrichous shows out in Nets’ first two Summer League games

Former Illini Mihailo Petrovic has new home

Illinois' Next Lockdown Defender: Brad Underwood's Take and Our Top Three

Brad Underwood Raves About Freshman Lincoln Williams' 'Special' Athleticism

Brad Underwood Offers Take on David Mirkovic Passing on National Team

Illinois Coach Brad Underwood's Early Takeaways on Transfer Stefan Vaaks

Illinois Returnees Are 'Hungry' – and Illini Building New Identity For 2026-27

Illinois Basketball: David Mirkovic Makes Crucial Summer Decision That Could Fuel NBA Rise

Illinois Basketball: Brad Underwood Reveals Massive Transformation for Zvonimir Ivisic

Illinois basketball starts summer 2026 with minor injuries

Illinois' Loaded Frontcourt Isn't a Finished Product: 'Got to Get Better'

Why Illinois' 2026-27 Offense 'May Look Different' but Be Just as Effective

Brad Underwood tees off at John Deere Classic Pro-Am

Is Freshman Guard Ethan Brown Illinois Basketball's Next Big Surprise?

Illinois Basketball 2026-2027 schedule tracker

Illinois season tickets sell out for 3rd straight year

Brad Underwood Provides Injury and Availability Updates for Multiple Illini

Illinois Hosts 2028 Five-Star Guard Brady Pettigrew For Unofficial Visit

Illinois Basketball Offers Emerging 2027 Wing Jayon Connor

Why David Mirkovic Will Be Illinois' Most Valuable Player in 2026-27

Illinois Basketball's Top 2027 Recruiting Targets by Position

Big Ten Basketball Head Coach Rankings: Is Brad Underwood Top Three?

Keaton Wagler’s impact on Illinois will extend far beyond 2026

Social Media Reacts to Three Former Illinois Players Earning NBA Opportunities

ESPN's 2027 NBA Mock Draft Projects Multiple Illini – But Here's What It Missed

Former Illinois forward Ben Humrichous signs contract with Nets

What the Hornets are getting from Kylan Boswell

What the Charlotte Hornets Are Getting in Illinois' Kylan Boswell

Illinois' Top 2027 NBA Draft Prospects: Quentin Coleman or Stefan Vaaks at No. 1?

Kylan Boswell signs with Charlotte Hornets as an undrafted free agent

What the Brooklyn Nets Are Getting in Illinois' Ben Humrichous

Keaton Wagler to the Clippers! Other Big Ten NBA Draft News!

What the Los Angeles Clippers Are Getting in Illinois' Keaton Wagler

Keaton Wagler drafted by Los Angeles Clippers at pick No. 5

What the Clippers are getting from new draft pick Keaton Wagler

Keaton Wagler to Clippers at No. 5 🌟

Illinois Basketball’s Keaton Wagler Selected No. 5 Overall by Los Angeles Clippers in 2026 NBA Draft

Clippers Draft Illinois Star SG ‼️

Former Illini Roundup: Ayo Dosunmu, Kasparas Jakucionis and Ty Rodgers Updates

Is Illinois the 2026-27 Big Ten Basketball Favorite After Dusty May's Departure?

Where Keaton Wagler, Other Illini Landed in ESPN's Latest 2026 NBA Draft Projections

Illini guard Keaton Wagler cancels workout with the Brooklyn Nets

Dusty May’s departure opens door for Illinois to seize Big Ten championship

Mavs Hiring Dusty May

Illinois basketball set for Big Ten title push after major retention

Best- and Worst-Case Scenario for Illinois' Stefan Vaaks in 2026-27

Where Kylan Boswell stands in latest 2026 NBA Mock Drafts

What Lincoln Williams can add to this Illini roster

Jeremy Woo's Latest Mock 📝

Will Keaton Wagler be a top-five pick in the 2026 NBA Draft?

Our biggest questions for Underwood and Illinois in 2027

Why a No. 1 seed needs to be goal for Illinois Basketball

Is Illinois' Tomislav Ivisic Being Overlooked Heading Into 2026-27?

Most Painful Losses of Brad Underwood’s Illini Career Draft

All the buzz on Keaton Wagler’s NBA Draft stock

Keaton Wagler Legit NBA Concerns or Just Smoke?

Illinois Basketball Offers Five-Star 2028 Center Dylan Betts

Clippers' Preferred Targets 🎯

Illinois Basketball Offers Explosive 2027 Four-Star Forward Isaiah Santos

Former Illini Ty Rodgers undergoes surgery after lower-body injury

Who Will Lead Illinois in 2026-27? Predicting the Illini's Top Statistical Performers

New Jeremy Woo Mock Draft 📊

Illinois basketball to host 2028 guard Carter Smith for unofficial visit

Top Five Players Illinois Basketball Will Face in 2026-27

Former Illinois recruiting target wins NBA Finals MVP

Jersey numbers revealed for Illinois newcomers

Illinois signee Lincoln Williams inspired by Terrence Shannon Jr.