How to Watch Penn at Illinois: TV Channel, Live Stream and Start Time
No. 3 Illinois hosts Penn after opening its season with a record-setting 120-point performance.
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Illinois loses Final Four starter to shoulder surgery
Illinois is coming off a massive victory to open the season, defeating Fairleigh Dickinson 120-45. The 75-point victory saw Illinois break multiple school records in the process of obtaining the win. Now, the team has learned they will be without one of their starters, according to Kyle Tausk of IlliniOn247. “Illini senior wing Jake Davis […] The post Illinois loses Final Four starter to shoulder surgery appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Illinois’ Jake Davis Injury Update Not Ideal After 75-Point Win
The hope for Illinois would be that a 75-point win would be the only thing to talk about after Monday’s season-opening clash with Fairleigh Dickinson. But although the scoreboard read 120-45, Illinois had a concern: Jake Davis, who was injured in the first half and did not return. Davis, who started the majority of games […] The post Illinois’ Jake Davis Injury Update Not Ideal After 75-Point Win appeared first on HEAVY.
Illinois star David Mirkovic’s emergency appendectomy further complicates return from foot injury
David Mirkovic’s impact on the Illinois Fighting Illini will be important. However, his season debut won’t be in the opener, as he remains sidelined for the time being. The native of Montenegro was on target for a breakout season after making a big impact as a freshman a year ago. He appeared in 37 games, […] The post Illinois star David Mirkovic’s emergency appendectomy further complicates return from foot injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
“Why And How Is Brad Underwood Making More than Matt Painter?”: Fans React As Pete Thamel Reveals Purdue HC’s Lucrative Salary Raise
Purdue men’s basketball coach Matt Painter agreed to a contract extension with Purdue, extending his tenure through the 2030-31 season, the school announced on Tuesday. His previous deal earned him $5.2 million. He reportedly received a raise of $1.8 million, making it $7 million under the new contract. The deal also reportedly includes a $50,000 […]
How to Watch Baylor at Illinois: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time and David Mirkovic Injury Update
No. 3 Illinois hosts Baylor while David Mirkovic remains sidelined. Here's how to stream Friday's exhibition.
Illinois basketball to host Duke for first time ever as part of home-and-home
The Illinois basketball program is looking to turn the page to the 2026-27 season after a highly successful 2025-26 campaign that saw the Fighting Illini make it all the way to the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament. While they lost to the UConn Huskies when they got there, it was still a strong campaign […] The post Illinois basketball to host Duke for first time ever as part of home-and-home appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Illinois basketball connection that sparked Timberwolves’ unbelievable Nuggets upset
The Minnesota Timberwolves advanced past the Denver Nuggets in a six-game first-round series, and a key factor behind the upset was an unlikely college connection rooted in University of Illinois Fighting Illini men’s basketball. Former Illinois standouts Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. played pivotal roles throughout the series, providing production and energy that helped […] The post The Illinois basketball connection that sparked Timberwolves’ unbelievable Nuggets upset appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Andrej Stojakovic leaves door open for Illinois return with NBA Draft decision
Illinois basketball broke new ground under Brad Underwood in 2025-26, reaching the Final Four after rolling through a challenging South Region that included a victory over Houston in the Sweet 16. Guard Andrej Stokajovic, one of the top additions in the transfer portal last offseason, was one of the key reasons behind Illinois’ run to […] The post Andrej Stojakovic leaves door open for Illinois return with NBA Draft decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Illinois basketball rumors: Why John Blackwell addition is now ‘highly unlikely’
The Illinois basketball program has been pursuing one of the top transfer guards in the portal this offseason. John Blackwell, formerly of Wisconsin, has been a top target for Brad Underwood’s program. A new report is throwing cold water on the idea that Blackwell will go to the Illini. “The Illini have invested heavy dollars […] The post Illinois basketball rumors: Why John Blackwell addition is now ‘highly unlikely’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Illinois Pushing for $1.5 Million Guard in College Basketball Transfer Portal
The Illinois Fighting Illini fell just short of their first national championship appearance since the 2004-05 season. Entering the NCAA Tournament as the South Region's No. 3 seed, they advanced to the Final Four. Their run ended there, as they lost to the No. 2 UConn Huskies 71-62. It was still a ...
Illinois basketball’s Brad Underwood adds another Euro star with Providence transfer
The Illinois basketball team hopes to build on its appearance in the Final Four during the 2026 NCAA Tournament. Illinois head coach Brad Underwood is adding Providence transfer Stefan Vaaks, per ESPN. He is yet another European player who will suit up for the Fighting Illini. Vaaks put up solid production night in and night […] The post Illinois basketball’s Brad Underwood adds another Euro star with Providence transfer appeared first on ClutchPoints.
1 transfer portal target Illinois basketball must sign to get back to Final Four
Illinois basketball shifts to reload mode following its Final Four return. That now includes replacing top freshman scoring machine Keaton Wagler. The versatile shooting and point guard declared for the 2026 NBA Draft Saturday evening. Wagler is hearing top five chatter amid his decision to leave Champaign. Granted, head coach Brad Underwood and his staff […] The post 1 transfer portal target Illinois basketball must sign to get back to Final Four appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Illinois freshman guard Keaton Wagler declares for NBA Draft
Illinois basketball garnered an early No. 1 ranking over Michigan after the 2025-26 season wrapped up. But the Illini must now operate without Keaton Wagler heading into next season as he heads to the NBA Draft. The prized freshman, who sparked the Final Four return for Illinois, declared for the draft Saturday. ESPN NBA insider […] The post Illinois freshman guard Keaton Wagler declares for NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Mind-blowing stat proves UConn is Illinois’ kryptonite after Final Four
Illinois basketball is cleaning up the debris after its season self-destructed against UConn Saturday. The Huskies proved their Final Four experience was too much for the Illini. Now a mind-blowing stat released Sunday shines this light: How UConn is the kryptonite of Illinois. The Illini entered Lucas Oil Stadium carrying eight losses. UConn now beats […] The post Mind-blowing stat proves UConn is Illinois’ kryptonite after Final Four appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Illinois basketball’s Brad Underwood keeps it 100% real on emotional toll of Final Four loss
With the Illinois basketball team losing in the Final Four to the UConn Huskies, head coach Brad Underwood spoke after the result, leading to an emotional reaction. There’s no doubt that Underwood is proud of the Illinois basketball team’s 2025-26 season, and kept it real after the 71-62 heartbreaking defeat to the Huskies. Underwood wouldn’t […] The post Illinois basketball’s Brad Underwood keeps it 100% real on emotional toll of Final Four loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Brad Underwood couldn’t be prouder of 2025-26 Illinois team despite loss to UConn
With the Illinois basketball team’s 2025-26 season coming to a close after losing to the UConn Huskies, head coach Brad Underwood would send a message after the heartbreaking loss. While the basketball world tries to figure out who’s to blame for the Illinois basketball team’s loss to UConn, Underwood is more focused on reflecting on […] The post Brad Underwood couldn’t be prouder of 2025-26 Illinois team despite loss to UConn appeared first on ClutchPoints.
“I’m Sad”: Brad Underwood Turns Emotional as Kelvin Sampson’s Words Enter His Vocabulary After Defeat
Brad Underwood takes line out of Kelvin Sampson's vocabulary after Final Four exit.
UConn Huskies vs Illinois Fighting Illini Box Score, Stats, Game Summary And More Ft. Alex Karaban, Keaton Wagler
For one of the NCAA Final Four matchups of this year's national tournament, coach Dan Hurley's UConn Huskies, who are going for their third NCAA title in five years, is matched up against coach Brad Underwood's Illinois Fighting Illini, who hasn't been there since 2005.
Illinois most to blame for crushing Final Four loss to UConn
Illinois basketball envisioned a return to the National Championship game for the first time since 2005 Saturday. But UConn ended the Illini’s run through March Madness, beating them 71-62 Saturday in the Final Four. The second Big Ten representative along with Michigan in the round of four handed the Huskies scares. Illinois even sliced the […] The post Illinois most to blame for crushing Final Four loss to UConn appeared first on ClutchPoints.
5 Illinois players who won’t be back in 2026-27
Illinois' magical March Madness run ended with a heartbreaking loss to UConn. Brad Underwood's team could look very, very different next season.
Regardless Of Final Four Result, Illinois Already Lost With Cringey Fan A Capella Performance
The Illinois Fighting Illini are back in the Final Four for the first time in two decades, but their fans just put out a video so cringey it may send them home before the ball is even tipped.
Illinois coach's path to Final Four follows stint at program that faced severe NCAA punishment
Years before taking Illinois to the Final Four, Brad Underwood's former program, Oklahoma State, faced serious NCAA punishment from violations that occurred during his tenure there
UConn vs. Illinois Prediction, Starting Lineup And Injury Report For Final Four
Illinois takes on UConn to move on to the National Championship Game. Who will win and who will be out?