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Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood and guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) celebrate 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: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Andrej Stojakovic ends Illinois basketball offseason drama with NBA decision

Rees Woodcock

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May 27, 2026

Andrej Stojakovic teases decision as Illinois basketball fans await big news

Rees Woodcock

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May 27, 2026

Illinois basketball keeps stacking talent with a JUCO commitment for 2026-27

Kellen Sherman

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May 27, 2026

Brad Underwood's likely Plan B for Illinois basketball if Andrej Stojakovic bolts for NBA

Rees Woodcock

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May 27, 2026

Sep 8, 2023; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; A general view of the helmet worn by Illinois Fighting Illini offensive lineman Zachary Barlev (68) during the first half against the Kansas Jayhawks at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Illinois football makes top 3 for elite 2027 wide receiver recruit

Rees Woodcock

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May 26, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) and guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) reacts after the game in a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

If Illinois loses Andrej Stojakovic to the NBA, this mock draft would be ideal for him

Rees Woodcock

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May 26, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Jake Davis (15) reacts in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

If the Andrej Stojakovic decision goes awry, these two Illinois basketball players have a golden opportunity

Rees Woodcock

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May 25, 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

A surprising name could give Illinois basketball back-to-back NBA Draft Lottery picks

Rees Woodcock

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May 25, 2026

Sep 20, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema talks to a referee prior to the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Massive 4-star recruit an uphill battle for Illinois football with commitment on horizon

Rees Woodcock

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May 23, 2026

Illinois guard Jasmine Brown-Hagger (8) bolts past Colorado forward Anaëlle Dutat (15) during the second half in the first round of the NCAA college basketball tournament at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Senior guard will play a monumental role for the Illinois basketball program

Kellen Sherman

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May 23, 2026

Illinois guard Maddie Webber (34) looks for a path past Vanderbilt guard Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda (15) during the first half of a second round NCAA college basketball tournament game at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Monday, March 23, 2026.

Illinois basketball has a sharpshooting luxury most teams are void of in 2026-27

Kellen Sherman

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May 23, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) controls the ball against Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) in the second half during an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Andrej Stojakovic’s decision is painfully clear for NBA executives

Rees Woodcock

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May 23, 2026

Kenyon Norman (3) of Lakota East is dropped for a loss by Roman Combs (23) of Lakota West at the Greater Miami Conference football game, Oct. 24, 2025.

Bret Bielema looks to reliable Illinois football recruiting well for another key defender

Rees Woodcock

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May 22, 2026

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema leads his team during the Illini Walk before an NCAA football game against the Western Illinois Leathernecks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois football battling big boys in sweepstakes for diamond in the rough transfer portal talent

Rees Woodcock

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May 21, 2026

Dec 30, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema yells against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Bret Bielema knows what is best when it comes to College Football Playoff expansion

Rees Woodcock

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May 21, 2026

Jun 1, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini infielder Drake Westcott (34) tosses the ball to first base to force an out during the ninth inning against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kentucky Proud Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Elite Illinois baseball freshman named to distinguished postseason team

Kellen Sherman

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May 21, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) defends against VCU Rams guard Terrence Hill Jr. (6) during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

National pundit says “no major risk” of Illinois basketball losing Andrej Stojakovic to the NBA

Rees Woodcock

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May 20, 2026

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; A Illinois Fighting Illini helmet sitting on confetti after the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Illinois football joins heated battle for highly sought after Ohio recruit

Rees Woodcock

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May 20, 2026

A baseball bat wrapped with American flag tape during Detroit Tigers spring training at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, Fla. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Illinois baseball freshman ace receives distinguished USA honor

Kellen Sherman

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May 20, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) dribbles 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

Illinois basketball trio projected to reset the NBA Draft clock 37 years in the making

Rees Woodcock

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May 19, 2026

Apr 6, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) with fans after the National Championship of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

A former Illinois basketball top talent draws bittersweet feelings as NBA comes calling

Rees Woodcock

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May 19, 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

Andrej Stojakovic Update: Illinois get hopeful prediction from ESPN insider

Braulio Perez

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May 19, 2026

Keaton Wagler

Keaton Wagler gets both good and bad news in brand new NBA Mock Draft

Sam Fariss

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May 19, 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.

A perfect change of pace guard resides on the Illinois basketball roster for 2026-27

Kellen Sherman

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May 18, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) shoots the ball against the Houston Cougars in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball is battling one key indicator in the Andrej Stojakovic decision

Rees Woodcock

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May 18, 2026

Feb 25, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Shauna Green watches her team play the Iowa Hawkeyes during the second half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball continues trend with another Balkan commitment

Kellen Sherman

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May 18, 2026

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema before a game with the Western Illinois Leathernecks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Rising 2027 wide receiver marks Illinois football as first official visit

Rees Woodcock

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May 17, 2026

Nov 24, 2018; Evanston, IL, USA; A detailed view of a Illinois Fighting Illini helmet before a game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Ryan Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-Imagn Images

Illinois football commit has the framework to be a monster at the next level

Rees Woodcock

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May 17, 2026

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