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Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) looks on in the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini during an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

David Mirkovic named at top of his position heading into crucial Illinois basketball season

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 16, 2026

Illinois basketball a part of Brady Pettigrew’s worst kept official visit secret

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 13, 2026

Keaton Wagler gives Oscar-worthy performance for the Los Angeles Clippers

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 13, 2026

Brad Underwood lands coveted official visit from 5-star Illinois native Brady Pettigrew

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 13, 2026

Nov 14, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets the crowd before the tip of the game with the Colgate Raiders at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Stefan Vaaks buzz gets louder with Illinois basketball hype video

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 12, 2026

Jul 23, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Wisconsin offensive lineman Jake Renfro speaks to the media during the Big Ten NCAA college football media days at Mandalay Bay Resort. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

Illinois Fighting Illini news: Jake Renfro named to watch list, 5-star Brady Pettigrew interest, and more

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 10, 2026

Illinois guard Aaliyah Guyton (1) moves the ball past Vanderbilt guard Justine Pissott (13) during the second half of a second round NCAA college basketball tournament game at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Monday, March 23, 2026.

Illinois basketball guard is putting on a show during FIBA AmeriCup qualifiers

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 9, 2026

Nov 22, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets fans before the opening tip off against the Long Island University Sharks at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

First look at Illinois basketball freshman could put the Flyin’ back in the Illini

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 8, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) shoots the ball during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Illinois' ab-tastic training room photo already shows David Mirkovic back with the team

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 6, 2026

Jul 28, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Illinois Football head coach Bret Bielema speaks during Media Days at Hilton Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Illinois Fighting Illini news: Quentin Coleman settling in, Illinois and the Coaches Poll, and more

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 6, 2026

Illinois guard Aaliyah Guyton (1) celebrates defeating Colorado with her team in the first round of the NCAA college basketball tournament at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 21, 2026.

AmeriCup qualifiers enabling Illinois basketball stars to shine brighter

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 6, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) reacts against the Houston Cougars in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

David Mirkovic’s social media post should bring more comfort after injury update

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 5, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood talks with forward David Mirkovic (0) during a practice session ahead of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

David Mirkovic injury update has Illinois basketball breathing better

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 4, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) looks on in the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini during an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Heart-wrenching David Mirkovic surgery news comes with silver lining for Illinois

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 4, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts after a play against the UConn Huskies during the first half of a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood and Illinois have a target on their back now more than ever

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 4, 2026

Illinois forward Berry Wallace (23) brings the ball past Vanderbilt guard Justine Pissott (13) during the second half of a second round NCAA college basketball tournament game at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Monday, March 23, 2026.

Illinois basketball star has ice in veins, as numbers show clutch gene

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 3, 2026

Feb 12, 2006; Columbus, OH, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard (11) Dee Brown talks to a ref during a free throw for the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first half at Value City Arena. Buckeyes beat the Fighting Illini 69-53. Mandatory Credit: Photo By Matthew Emmons- USA TODAY Sports Copyright © 2006 Matthew Emmons

5 Illinois basketball players who would have changed everything with a 5th year of eligibility

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 2, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) reacts against the Houston Cougars in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Kylan Boswell potentially returning is not what Illinois basketball needs right now

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 2, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts against the Connecticut Huskies in the second half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Huge Illinois basketball recruiting target keeps showing off 5-star talent

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 2, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts after a play against the UConn Huskies during the first half of a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood is adamant about playing to Illinois' biggest strength this season

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 31, 2026

Feb 2, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts after a talk with an official during the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

5-star Illinois basketball recruiting target gives NBA All-Star an earful

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 31, 2026

Jan 19, 2016; Bloomington, IN, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Tom Crean calls out a play in the first half of the game against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Assembly Hall. The Indiana Hoosiers beat the Illinois Fighting Illini by the score of 103-69. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois basketball needs immense credit for a former Indiana coach's expertise

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 30, 2026

Illinois forward Cearah Parchment (30), guard Aaliyah Guyton (1), and forward Berry Wallace (23) celebrate defeating Colorado in the first round of the NCAA college basketball tournament at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Illinois basketball dives deeper into the meat and potatoes of building a great program

Kellen Sherman

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Jul 29, 2026

Feb 14, 2026; Providence, Rhode Island, USA; Providence College Friars guard Stefan Vaaks (7) dribbles during the first half of the game against the St. John’s University Red Storm at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Natalie Reid-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood addresses biggest offseason challenge for Illinois basketball

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 28, 2026

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

Brad Underwood gives an Andrej Stojakovic update that silences any worries for Illinois

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 28, 2026

Nov 14, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets the crowd before the tip of the game with the Colgate Raiders at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

5-star big man giving Illinois basketball some much-needed attention

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 26, 2026

Dec 9, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts to a call during the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood missed on Jaxson Davis, and it seems obvious why Illinois basketball was left out

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 25, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts against the Connecticut Huskies in the second half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood’s 5-star hunting gives a different mindset for Illinois basketball

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 25, 2026

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