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Mar 11, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Jalen Coleman-Lands (5) is guarded by Purdue Boilermakers guard P.J. Thompson (3) during the Big Ten Conference tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Where Mark Smith would fit in the Illini lineup

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 31, 2017

Illinois Basketball: Ranking the last 10 recruiting classes

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 30, 2017

Illinois Basketball: Jalen Coleman-Lands can still be an Illini great

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 29, 2017

Illinois Basketball: Mark Smith getting attention from the Kentucky Wildcats

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 28, 2017

Mar 2, 2016; Richmond, VA, USA; An official ball bounces on the court during a stoppage in play in the game between the Virginia Commonwealth Rams and the Davidson Wildcats during the second half at Stuart Siegel Center. The Rams won 70-60. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Brad Underwood’s rebounding woes should be fixed

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 27, 2017

Mar 14, 2017; Dayton, OH, USA; Kansas State Wildcats head coach Bruce Weber is seen in the first half against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons in the first four of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Dayton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Previous two coaches missed train on Illini recruiting

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 27, 2017

Feb 4, 2017; Morgantown, WV, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys head coach Brad Underwood celebrates with fans after beating the West Virginia Mountaineers at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: 5 transfers that would help the Illini

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 26, 2017

Feb 18, 2017; Iowa City, IA, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Jalen Coleman-Lands (5) shoots the ball as Iowa Hawkeyes forward Cordell Pemsl (35) defends during the second half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Illinois won 70-66. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Projected Illini roster breakdown for 2017-18

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 23, 2017

Feb 11, 2017; Champaign, IL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Tracy Abrams (13) and Penn State Nittany Lions forward Lamar Stevens (11) compete for a loose ball during the second half at State Farm Center. Penn State beat Illinois 83 to 70. Mandatory Credit: Mike Granse-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Remembering the careers of the Illini seniors

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 23, 2017

Feb 26, 2017; Lincoln, NE, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach John Groce talks to guard Tracy Abrams (13) during the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the second half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Illinois won 73-57. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Thorson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Final game of season sums up John Groce era

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 23, 2017

Mar 9, 2017; Kansas City, MO, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys head coach Brad Underwood reacts to a call in the second half against the Iowa State Cyclones during the Big 12 Championship Tournament at Sprint Center. Iowa State won 92-83. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Brad Underwood improves teams in year one

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 22, 2017

Mar 9, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Jalen Coleman-Lands (5) shoots the ball as Michigan Wolverines guard Duncan Robinson (22) defends in the first half during the Big Ten Conference Tournament at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Who will benefit most from Underwood’s system?

Zachary Leslie

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Mar 22, 2017

Mar 9, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Leron Black (12) shoots the ball as Michigan Wolverines forward D.J. Wilson (5) defends in the first half during the Big Ten Conference Tournament at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Illini showing heart is greatly appreciated

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 21, 2017

Mar 9, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Te'Jon Lucas (3) shoots the ball in front of Michigan Wolverines forward Moritz Wagner (13), Wolverines forward D.J. Wilson (5), and Fighting Illini center Maverick Morgan (22) in the first half during the Big Ten Conference Tournament at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Illini backcourt one of the best in 2017

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 20, 2017

Jan 28, 2017; Laramie, WY, USA; Boise State Broncos guard Chandler Hutchison (15) controls the ball against the Wyoming Cowboys during the first half at Arena-Auditorium. The Broncos beat the Cowboys 80-65. Mandatory Credit: Troy Babbitt-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Preview of the Boise State Broncos NIT game

Eric Bruce

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Mar 20, 2017

Dec 30, 2016; Stillwater, OK, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the first half against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Gallagher-Iba Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rob Ferguson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: 5 reasons to be excited about Brad Underwood

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 19, 2017

Jan 28, 2017; Stillwater, OK, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys head coach Brad Underwood after the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Gallagher-Iba Arena. Cowboys won 99-71. Mandatory Credit: Rob Ferguson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Brad Underwood is a great choice for Illini

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 18, 2017

Mar 9, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini cheerleaders perform on the court during a stoppage in play against the Michigan Wolverines in the second half during the Big Ten Conference Tournament at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Writing Illini bracket challenge update after round one

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 18, 2017

Dec 21, 2016; St. Louis, MO, USA; The Illinois Fighting Illini cheerleaders run on the court before a basketball game against the Missouri Tigers at Scottrade Center. Illinois won 75-66. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Next Illini head coach needs to win state of Illinois

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 18, 2017

Jul 21, 2016; Las Vegas, NV, USA; USA assistant coach Monty Williams helps a young boy with his shot before practice at Mendenhall Center. Mandatory Credit: Joshua Dahl-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Coaching search update for the Illini men

Zachary Leslie

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Mar 18, 2017

Apr 4, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; A general view of the NCAA Tournament bracket on display on the J.W. Marriott before the 2015 NCAA Men's Division I Championship semi-final game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

NCAA Tournament: Writing Illini bracket challenge rankings update

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 17, 2017

Feb 7, 2017; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Butler Bulldogs head coach Chris Holtmann yells from the sidelines during the first half against the Marquette Golden Eagles at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Don’t put too much stock into Chris Holtmann’s words

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 17, 2017

Dec 12, 2015; Lexington, VA, USA; An official game ball rest on the court after the game between the Navy Midshipmen and the Virginia Military Keydets at Cameron Hall. The Midshipmen won 68-62. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Da’Monte Williams firm with his commitment to Illini

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 17, 2017

Illinois Basketball: With change inevitable, Illini fans should enjoy Walker run

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 15, 2017

Feb 11, 2017; Champaign, IL, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Mike Watkins (24) and forward Payton Banks (0) box out Illinois Fighting Illini center Maverick Morgan (22) during the first half at State Farm Center. Penn State beat Illinois 83 to 70. Mandatory Credit: Mike Granse-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Illini were magical in first round of NIT

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 15, 2017

Nov 17, 2016; Eugene, OR, USA; Valparaiso Crusaders forward Jubril Adekoya (23) dribbles the ball in the second half against the Oregon Ducks at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Scott Olmos-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Nothing to lose against Valpo in the NIT

Eric Bruce

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Mar 14, 2017

Feb 21, 2017; Champaign, IL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Aaron Jordan (23), forward Leron Black (12), forward Michael Finke (43), forward Kipper Nichols (2), and guard Tracy Abrams (13) prepare to defend following a timeout during the first half against the Northwestern Wildcats at State Farm Center. Illinois beat Northwestern 66 to 50. Mandatory Credit: Mike Granse-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: A brief history of the Illini in the NIT

John Everette

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Mar 14, 2017

Jan 12, 2017; Berkeley, CA, USA; California Golden Bears head coach Cuonzo Martin yells during the second half of the game against the Washington Huskies at Haas Pavilion. California Golden Bears defeated the Washington Huskies 69-59. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Is Cuonzo Martin really a good option?

Rees Woodcock

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Mar 13, 2017

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