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CHICAGO - MARCH 14: The Illinois Fighting Illini cheer team runs around the court against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during a first round game of the Big Ten Basketball Tournament at the United Center on March 14, 2013 in Chicago, Illinois. Illinois defeated Minnesota 51-49. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Illinois Basketball: 2022 standout Braden Huff receives Illini offer

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Jun 24, 2021

Illinois Basketball: 2023’s Jalen Hooks enjoys Illini unofficial visit

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Jun 18, 2021

Illinois Basketball: 2023 4-star center hearing from the Illini

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Jun 16, 2021

Illinois Basketball: Illini class of 2022 big man target reopens recruitment

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Jun 14, 2021

Illinois Basketball: Illini continue the push for in-state riser Jaden Schutt

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Jun 7, 2021

Illinois Basketball: In-state guard Jalen Quinn has Illini in visit plans

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Jun 4, 2021

CHAMPAIGN, IL - FEBRUARY 24: An Illinois Fighting Illini cheerleader is seen before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at State Farm Center on February 24, 2020 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Illinois Basketball: Illini heavily pursuing 2022’s Shawn Phillips Jr.

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Jun 2, 2021

Mar 12, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; A fan of the Illinois Fighting Illini waves a flag in support as they celebrate defeating the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: AJ Casey continues to be top priority for Illini

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May 31, 2021

Feb 16, 2021; Champaign, Illinois, USA; The national anthem is played before a game between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Northwestern Wildcats at the State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Illini “in the mix” for 2022 forward Cam Whitmore

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May 31, 2021

CHAMPAIGN, IL - MARCH 08: Head coach Brad Underwood of the Illinois Fighting Illini celebrates with fans following the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at State Farm Center on March 8, 2020 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Illinois Basketball: Illini in early on 2024 Georgia wing

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May 31, 2021

CHAMPAIGN, IL - DECEMBER 06: General view of Illinois Fighting Illini basketballs seen before the game against the IUPUI Jaguars at State Farm Center on December 6, 2016 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Illinois Basketball: Illini extend offer to 2024’s Jahki Howard

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May 30, 2021

TULSA, OK - MARCH 20: A view of the ball during the third round game between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Kansas Jayhawks in the 2011 NCAA men's basketball tournament at BOK Center on March 20, 2011 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Illinois Basketball: Illini heavily interested in 2022 5-star Jazian Gortman

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May 28, 2021

Illinois Basketball: Illini trying to get into the running for Nick Smith Jr.

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May 26, 2021

CHAMPAIGN, IL - SEPTEMBER 21: An Illinois Fighting Illini flag is seen in the tailgate lot before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium on September 21, 2019 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Graduate transfer Akayleb Evans receives Illini offer

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May 25, 2021

Mar 1, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood is seen prior to a game against the Indiana Hoosiers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Illini going hard after one of the top 2022 centers

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May 24, 2021

Illinois Basketball: Illini zeroing in on 2022 point guard Dillon Mitchell

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May 22, 2021

Illinois Basketball: Illini focused on guard play with latest 2022 offer

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May 21, 2021

Jan 16, 2021; Champaign, Illinois, USA; A wide angle view is seen during the first half in a game between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Ohio State Buckeyes at the State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Basketball: Illini show interest in 2022 big man Malique Ewin

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May 20, 2021

Illinois Basketball: New Illini coach sees potential in 2023 4-star guard

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May 18, 2021

Dec 30, 2019; Santa Clara, California, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini run out of the tunnel before the game against the California Golden Bears at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Illini secures official visit from a 2022 top tight end

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May 17, 2021

Illinois Basketball: Top 5 Illini recruiting targets for the class of 2022

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May 17, 2021

Nov 28, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; The exterior of Memorial Stadium is seen. Due to COVID-19 concerns a game between the Illinois Fighting Illini and Ohio State Buckeyes has been cancelled. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Illini focus on defense with offer to Kentucky OLB

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May 16, 2021

Sep 15, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; A general view of a Illinois Fighting Illini helmet on the field prior to the game between the South Florida Bulls and the Illinois Fighting Illini at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 5-star running back showing interest from Illini

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May 16, 2021

Illinois Basketball: Illini lose member of the 2022 class

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May 13, 2021

Sep 14, 2019; Champaign, IL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Mike Epstein (26) and his teammates pat a memorial of Harold E. "Red" Grange prior to the first half against the Eastern Michigan Eagles at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: In-state recruiting top of mind with offer to Jacob Bostick

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May 10, 2021

Nov 2, 2019; Champaign, IL, USA; A fly over is seen during the national anthem prior to the first half of a game between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Selah Brown could see early snaps in an Illini uniform

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May 10, 2021

Oct 21, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; A Illinois Fighting Illini helmet sits on the grass during pre game before a game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: St. Louis wide receiver receives Illini offer

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May 8, 2021

Illinois Basketball: Illini eyeing Texas with latest scholarship offer

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May 8, 2021

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