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Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood motions to his team during the first half of the NCAA men's basketball game against the Ohio State Buckeyes in Columbus on Dec. 9, 2025.

ESPN Matchup Predictor Reveals Favorite for Illinois at Michigan State

Jackson Langendorf

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Feb 6, 2026

Jan 29, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Zvonimir Ivisic (44) blocks the way of Washington Huskies guard Zoom Diallo (5) and he drives to the basket during the second half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How Illinois Basketball Can Stifle Michigan State on the Offensive End

Pranav Hegde

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Feb 6, 2026

Feb 15, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Michigan State Spartans forward Jaxon Kohler (0) and Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) battle for position during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Staff Picks: Who Wins No. 5 Illinois vs. No. 10 Michigan State?

Jason Langendorf

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Feb 6, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) takes the court before tip-off against the Northwestern Wildcats at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How to Watch No. 5 Illinois vs. No. 10 Michigan State: TV, Tip-Off Time, More

Jason Langendorf

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Feb 6, 2026

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North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson has scored 20 or more in his last four games heading into the Tar Heels’ matchup with rival Duke.

Eight Best Men’s College Basketball Games to Watch This Weekend

Zach Koons

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Feb 6, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood prepares his game plan before tip-off against the Northwestern Wildcats at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Surges in NET Rankings, Bart Torvik Before Michigan State Showdown

Jackson Langendorf

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Feb 5, 2026

Jan 18, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (11) dribbles against the Brooklyn Nets during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

Former Illini Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. United at NBA Trade Deadline

Jackson Langendorf

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Feb 5, 2026

Jan 27, 2026; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Michigan State Spartans forward Jaxon Kohler (0) reacts with center Carson Cooper (15) after scoring a basket during overtime against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

First Look at Illinois Basketball's Game 24 Opponent: Michigan State Spartans

Pranav Hegde

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Feb 5, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Zvonimir Ivisic (44) reacts to a play during the second half against the Northwestern Wildcats at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

5 Stats That Show Illinois Basketball Is Having an Historic Season

Jack Ankony

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Feb 5, 2026

Jan 17, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood before the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

The Philosophy Shift Powering Illinois Basketball's Remarkable Rise

Jackson Langendorf

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Feb 5, 2026

Dec 9, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts to a call during the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

How Illinois Showed Its Championship Ceiling in Dominant Win Over Northwestern

Jackson Langendorf

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Feb 5, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) drives past Northwestern Wildcats guard Justin Mullins (20) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Social Media Reacts to Illinois Basketball's Thrashing of Northwestern

Pranav Hegde

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Feb 5, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) drives past Northwestern Wildcats guard Justin Mullins (20) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Three Instant Observations From Illinois Basketball's 84-44 Win Over Northwestern

Jason Langendorf

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Feb 5, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) at Madison Square Garden.

How Illinois' Andrej Stojakovic Compares to Other Julius Erving Award Candidates

Jack Ankony

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Feb 4, 2026

Illinois center Tomislav Ivisic drives on Nebraska center Rienk Mast in the Illini's 78-69 win over the Cornhuskers last Sunday at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Big Ten Power Rankings: Illinois Makes Its Move on Michigan for No. 1

Jason Langendorf

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Feb 4, 2026

Keaton Wagler and Illinois are home favorites against Northwestern.

Northwestern vs. Illinois Prediction, Odds for College Basketball on Wednesday, Feb. 4

Ryan Gilbert

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Feb 4, 2026

Nov 19, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood yells to his team during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

3 Remaining Games That Will Define Illinois Basketball's Season

Jackson Langendorf

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Feb 4, 2026

Jan 29, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) drives the ball against Washington Huskies guard Wesley Yates III (9)during the second half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Staff Picks: Who Wins No. 5 Illinois vs. Northwestern?

Jason Langendorf

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Feb 4, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) defends Washington Huskies guard Zoom Diallo (5) at the State Farm Center.

3 Things to Watch When Illinois Basketball Hosts Northwestern

Jack Ankony

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Feb 3, 2026

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