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Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) defends Alabama Crimson Tide guard Labaron Philon Jr. (0) in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

The Memphis Grizzlies 2026 NBA Draft Lottery Big Board

Ryan Kaminski

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Mar 28, 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

How to Watch Illinois vs Iowa in the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight

Jason Langendorf

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Mar 28, 2026

Bet on UConn to cover as an underdog against Duke in the Elite Eight.

Road to the Final Four: March Madness Predictions, Picks for All Elite 8 Games

Iain MacMillan

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Mar 28, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA at Toyota Center; Texas; University of Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson answering questions from reporter Lauren Shehadi after the Cougars lost 65-55 to Illinois.

They Are My Life: Inside View of Houston's Emotional Sweet 16 Exit at Toyota Center

Kyle Mosley

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Mar 28, 2026

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Illinois Fighting Illini coach Brad Underwood during the Sweet Sixteen against Houston in the 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center.

3 Things to Watch When Illinois Faces Iowa in the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight

Jack Ankony

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Mar 28, 2026

Mar 25, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood speaks during a practice session press conference ahead of the south regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Best of the Presser: What Brad Underwood and the Illini Are Saying Ahead of Elite Eight

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 27, 2026

Jan 11, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) collides with Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Keaton Wagler vs Bennett Stirtz: Who Has the Edge in Illinois vs Iowa?

Pranav Hegde

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Mar 27, 2026

Feb 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Illinois head coach Brad Underwood yells to his players during the 1st half against UCLA at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

ESPN Matchup Predictor Names Favorite in Illinois vs Iowa Elite Eight Clash

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 27, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA;Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) reacts after beating the Nebraska Cornhuskers 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

First Look at Illinois Basketball's Elite Eight Opponent: Iowa Hawkeyes

Pranav Hegde

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Mar 27, 2026

Illinois is favored against Iowa in the Elite Eight.

Iowa vs. Illinois Prediction, Odds, Best Prop Bet for NCAA Tournament Elite 8

Iain MacMillan

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Mar 27, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) 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

Is Illinois the Top National Title Contender After Dismantling Houston in Sweet 16?

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 27, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood 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

How Brad Underwood's Coaching Masterclass Led Illinois Past Houston in Sweet 16

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 27, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars center Chris Cenac Jr. (5) grabs a rebound against Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) 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

How Keaton Wagler Transformed Into Illinois' Leading Rebounder Against Houston

Jason Langendorf

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Mar 27, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA;Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts against the Illinois Fighting Illini 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

What Went Wrong For Houston Basketball vs Illinois

Kolton Becker

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Mar 27, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) 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

The Adjustment That Sent Illinois Past Houston and Into the Elite Eight

Pranav Hegde

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Mar 27, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) reacts 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

5 Key Stats That Defined Illinois' Sweet 16 Victory vs Houston

Jackson Langendorf

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Mar 27, 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

Social Media Reacts to Illinois Basketball's Sweet 16 Win Over Houston

Pranav Hegde

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Mar 27, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) dribbles the ball 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

3 Instant Observations From Illinois' NCAA Tournament Win Over Houston

Jason Langendorf

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Mar 27, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) celebrates after scoring Saturday, March 21, 2026, during the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament second round game against the VCU Rams at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.

Staff Picks: Who Wins Illinois vs Houston in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16?

Jason Langendorf

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Mar 26, 2026

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