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UConn Huskies guard Silas Demary Jr. (2) defends and is called for a foul against Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) on Saturday, April 4, 2026, during a Final Four game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Pre-lottery NBA mock draft still may not give Keaton Wagler enough credit

Josh Yourish

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May 9, 2026

3 biggest Illinois basketball concerns Brad Underwood is still facing

Rees Woodcock

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May 9, 2026

New team could benefit greatly from Illinois basketball transfer portal departure

Rees Woodcock

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May 8, 2026

Illinois basketball transfer portal departure finds perfect landing spot

Rees Woodcock

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May 8, 2026

Mar 30, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Ty Rodgers.

Long-time Fighting Illini guard Ty Rodgers officially breaks Illinois hearts

Sam Fariss

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May 8, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) looses control of the ball Saturday, April 4, 2026, during a Final Four game against the UConn Huskies at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

National media isn’t sleeping on Illinois basketball heading into 2026-27

Rees Woodcock

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May 7, 2026

Fans cheer for Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood as he leaves the court following practice ahead of a Final Four game on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Brad Underwood has Illinois basketball not worrying about new NCAA tournament format

Rees Woodcock

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May 7, 2026

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

Illinois HC Brad Underwood said the quiet part out loud on possible NCAA Tournament expansion

Sam Fariss

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May 7, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) shoots the ball against UConn Huskies guard Malachi Smith (0) 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

Illinois basketball showing no fear against recent pain in the neck

Kellen Sherman

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May 6, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood

Updated Illinois national title odds speaks to Brad Underwood’s incredible offseason

Josh Yourish

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May 6, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood.

Illinois fans given another reason to dream about a return trip to the Final Four

Sam Fariss

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May 6, 2026

Illinois forward Berry Wallace (23) passes the ball past Colorado forward Logyn Greer (11) during the second half in the first round of the NCAA college basketball tournament at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Two major predictions for Illinois basketball superstar Berry Wallace in 2026-27

Kellen Sherman

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May 5, 2026

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

Michigan coaching bombshell would give much-needed relief to Illinois basketball

Rees Woodcock

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May 5, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood talks with Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) against the Connecticut Huskies in the first 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

Illinois basketball success has been on the back of perceived recruiting shortcomings

Rees Woodcock

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May 5, 2026

May 4, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (1) and forward Julius Randle (30) block out San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) in the first half during game one of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Minnesota Timberwolves using Illinois basketball as a catalyst in NBA Playoffs upset

Rees Woodcock

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May 5, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) shoots the ball 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

Keaton Wagler will be a calming force for NBA franchise in latest 2026 mock draft

Rees Woodcock

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May 4, 2026

Illinois forward Cearah Parchment (30) shoots past Colorado forward Logyn Greer (11) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA college basketball tournament at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Two major predictions for Illinois basketball star Cearah Parchment in 2026-27

Kellen Sherman

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May 4, 2026

Illinois guard Destiny Jackson (2) celebrates defeating Colorado in the first round of the NCAA college basketball tournament at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Two major predictions for Illinois basketball point guard Destiny Jackson in 2026-27

Kellen Sherman

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May 3, 2026

July 19, 2025; North Augusta, South Carolina, USA; Brad Beal Elite Quentin Coleman (1) gestures to a teammate as Team Durant Evans Barning Jr. (7) defends during the Brad Beal Elite and Team Durant game at the Nike EYBL Peach Jam at Riverview Park Activity Center. Brad Beal Elite won 91-59. Mandatory Credit: Katie Goodale - Augusta Chronicle/USA TODAY NETWORK

Quentin Coleman proves he is ready to take the Illinois basketball backcourt by storm

Rees Woodcock

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May 3, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) shoots the ball against the Penn Quakers in the first half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball will get an assist from NBA Draft Combine with Andrej Stojakovic

Rees Woodcock

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May 2, 2026

Mar 13, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Ayo Dosunmu (11) reacts to the crowd after his team defeats the Iowa Hawkeyes at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Two Illinois basketball legends cemented their legacies

Kellen Sherman

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May 2, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood.

Brad Underwood believes he landed the 'best offensive player' in the transfer portal

Sam Fariss

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May 2, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic.

Video of David Mirkovic's side hustle has fans hopeful 1 Illini will leave the portal

Sam Fariss

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May 1, 2026

Illinois center Lety Vasconcelos, right, rebounds over Oregon forward Ehis Etute as the Oregon Ducks host the Illinois Fighting Illini on Feb. 4, 2026, at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon.

Illinois basketball center wins prestigious award at this year's Oskees

Kellen Sherman

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Apr 30, 2026

Apr 23, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) talks with guard Ayo Dosunmu (13) during a free throw by the Denver Nuggets in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Minnesota Timberwolves will have to fend off Denver Nuggets without Ayo Dosunmu

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 30, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2)

New NBA mock draft makes Andrej Stojakovic’s Illinois decision easier for next season

Josh Yourish

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Apr 30, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) speaks in a press conference 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

Illinois basketball will win the Andrej Stojakovic battle due to these two factors

Owen Christopher

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Apr 30, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood and guard Kylan Boswell.

Kylan Boswell's love for Brad Underwood will only make people admire the Illinois HC more

Sam Fariss

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Apr 29, 2026

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