Illinois Basketball

Every rock being turned over, as Illinois basketball looks for 2026 big man

Ayo Dosunmu trade rumors could set up fun Illinois backcourt in the NBA

The big man hunt continues, as Illinois basketball eyes top center in 2026

Remembering the Miracle on Mannheim: Illinois’ historic 2005 comeback against Arizona

Illinois basketball one of the first to see massive potential in 4-star recruit

West Coast 4-star recruit is the complete package for Illinois' Brad Underwood

Illini head coach Brad Underwood, in orange, and associate head coach Orlando Antigua greet fans at the Class 3A Washington Sectional semifinal Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

Brad Underwood needs to lean into 'FamILLy' to land No. 15 prospect in class of 2026

Illinois basketball in the hunt for massive class of 2026 big man

Apr 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) moves to the basket against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the first half in game five of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Possible reunion with Miami Heat could have Kasparas Jakucionis learning from LeBron

2025 NBA Summer League - Washington Wizards v Phoenix Suns

A confident Will Riley is a scary Will Riley for the Washington Wizards

Mar 30, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) reacts against the Connecticut Huskies in the finals of the East Regional of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at TD Garden.

Former Illinois star repping the Fighting Illini during banner NBA Summer League game

Mar 14, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (00) prepares to play the Orlando Magic at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Terrence Shannon Jr. is cementing his NBA status with the Minnesota Timberwolves

Feb 10, 2008; Columbus, OH, USA; Indiana Hoosiers guard Eric Gordon (23) drives against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the second half at Value City Arena. The Hoosiers beat the Buckeyes 59-53. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-Imagn Images

Top 10 Illinois basketball recruiting misses since the turn of the century

Mar 14, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood during the second half against the Maryland Terrapins at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball poised for strong Big Ten title run despite underrated odds

Mar 20, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood watches during NCAA Tournament First Round Practiceat Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball making strong push for Iowa rising star

2025 NBA Summer League - Atlanta Hawks v Miami Heat

Kasparas Jakucionis breaks out of funk in big Miami Heat Summer League game

Mar 14, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (00) prepares to play the Orlando Magic at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Terrence Shannon Jr. shows his NBA chops in Minnesota Timberwolves Summer League

2025 NBA Draft - Content Circuit, Media Availability and Portraits

Will Riley has a rare opportunity with the Washington Wizards

Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Will Riley stands with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the 21st pick by the Utah Jazz in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Will Riley Summer League Washington Wizards schedule

2025 NBA California Classic - Miami Heat v San Antonio Spurs

Don’t have buyer’s remorse on Miami Heat guard Kasparas Jakucionis

Oct 12, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema celebrates a 50-49 win over the Purdue Boilermakers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois might be on the horizon of the greatest athlete in program history

Apr 11, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (00) prepares to play the Brooklyn Nets before the game at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Former Illinois basketball great will have a new number in 2025-26

Mar 28, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Quincy Guerrier (13) reacts against the Iowa State Cyclones in the semifinals of the East Regional of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Quincy Guerrier Summer League Toronto Raptors schedule

May 26, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (00) reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half during game four of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Terrence Shannon Jr. Summer League Minnesota Timberwolves schedule

Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Kasparas Jakucionis reacts after being selected as the 20th pick by the Miami Heat in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Kasparas Jakucionis Summer League Miami Heat schedule

Top 5-star recruit a likely reason for Illinois basketball visit

Early Bracketology has favorable view of Illinois basketball

Illinois basketball getting in on massive 5-star recruitment

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