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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

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

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 4, 2026

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

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 4, 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

Illinois Fighting Illini guard Aaliyah Guyton (1) drives to the basket Friday, March 6, 2026, during a Big Ten women's basketball tournament game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Aaliyah Guyton, Lety Vasconcelos strengthen Illinois basketball national brand

Kellen Sherman

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Jul 23, 2026

Feb 15, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Darian DeVries greets Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood, left, before the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Most lopsided Illinois basketball wins against hated rival Indiana

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 22, 2026

Jan 8, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets the crowd before he first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball locks in official visit for a 5-star whale in the class of 2027

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 22, 2026

Mar 30, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Luke Goode (10) talks with head coach Brad Underwood in the finals of the East Regional of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois basketball players who sadly transferred to the dark side under Brad Underwood

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 20, 2026

Oct 2, 2024; Rosemont, IL, USA; Illinois head coach Shauna Green during the 2024 Big Ten Women’s Basketball media day at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Melissa Tamez-Imagn Images

Elite California center gives Illinois basketball a big-time target for 2028

Kellen Sherman

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Jul 20, 2026

Illinois basketball head coach Brad Underwood stands on the sidelines against Penn State on Jan. 3, 2026.

Brad Underwood has crosshairs set on huge 5-star recruit for Illinois basketball

Kellen Sherman

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Jul 19, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood directs players 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

Illinois basketball freshman duo set to be a premier box office attraction in 2026-27

Kellen Sherman

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Jul 19, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) talks during a press conference ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Keaton Wagler leads charge in record-breaking NBA Summer League showing

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 18, 2026

Apr 25, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (1) reacts after scoring a three-point shot against the Denver Nuggets in the second quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

LaMelo Ball trade sparks another big change for a former Illinois basketball star

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 16, 2026

Feb 27, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini fans cheer during the first half against the Michigan Wolverines at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

A new ranking for Illinois basketball cements elite status nationally

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 16, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood celebrates after cutting down the net after defeating the Iowa Hawkeyes in an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood’s hunt for ‘high-level’ non-conference games will get Illinois back to Final Four

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 16, 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

Jon Rothstein just put a target on Brad Underwood's back with latest Big ten rankings

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 15, 2026

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