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Illinois Fighting Illini coach Brad Underwood (left) and his son, Tyler Underwood (right), on the sideline against the Wisconsin Badgers at the United Center.

Underwood Father-Son Duo Enjoying Special Moment in Illinois’ Final Four Run

Jack Ankony

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Apr 4, 2026

Nov 14, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets the crowd before the tip of the game with the Colgate Raiders at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Has Illinois Found Its Keaton Wagler Successor in Quentin Coleman?

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 4, 2026

Nov 28, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) is guarded by UConn Huskies forward Alex Karaban (11) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Staff Picks: Who Wins Illinois vs UConn in the NCAA Tournament Final Four?

Jason Langendorf

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Apr 4, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood instructs his team against the Penn Quakers in the first half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood Names Star-Studded Coaches He Consulted Ahead of Final Four

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 4, 2026

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Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) reacts in the first half against the Iowa Hawkeyes during an Elite Eight 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 UConn in the NCAA Tournament Final Four

Jason Langendorf

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Apr 4, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) controls the ball against Iowa Hawkeyes guard Tate Sage (24) in the first 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

4 Second-Round NBA Draft Prospects to Watch Closely in the Final Four

Alex Golden

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Apr 4, 2026

Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg answers a question at break out room before open practice

4 Final Four Prospects to Keep an Eye On For Raptors

Jeremy Brener

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Apr 4, 2026

The Arizona Wildcats and guard Brayden Burries are second in the odds to win the NCAA Tournament.

Moneyline Picks for Every March Madness Final Four Game (Bet on Underdogs?)

SI Staff

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Apr 4, 2026

Bet on Alex Karaban to have a big performance against Illinois in the Final Four.

Daily Dunk: Best College Basketball Bets Today (Predictions for Illinois-UConn and Michigan-Arizona)

Iain MacMillan

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Apr 4, 2026

Illinois is favored against UConn in the Final Four.

Illinois vs. UConn Prediction, Odds, Best Prop Bet for NCAA Tournament Final Four

Iain MacMillan

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Apr 4, 2026

Bet the Wildcats to beat the Wolverines in the Final Four.

Road to the Final Four: March Madness Predictions, Picks for Saturday’s Final Four Games

Iain MacMillan

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Apr 4, 2026

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

Would Illinois Prefer Michigan or Arizona in the National Championship?

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 3, 2026

Dec 29, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood acknowledges the fans before a game with the Chicago State Cougars at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Recruiting Surge: Quentin Coleman Commitment Sends Illinois Rising

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 3, 2026

Nike Inc. schools have dominated the 2026 NCAA Basketball Tournaments.

How Nike Already Won the 2026 Final Four and Remains On Top

Pat Benson

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Apr 3, 2026

Illinois center Tomislav Ivišić is one of several European big men who powered their teams into the Final Four.

How International Big Men Are Shaping the Men’s Final Four

Bryan Fischer

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Apr 3, 2026

Mar 29, 2026; Washington, DC, USA; UConn Huskies head coach Dan Hurley celebrates after a play against the Duke Blue Devils in the second half during an Elite Eight game of the East Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

What UConn Coach Dan Hurley Said About Illinois Before Final Four Showdown

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 3, 2026

Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; General view after the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Pre-Final Four NBA Mock Draft: Bucks Strike Gold in Loaded 2026 Class

Amir Motameni

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Apr 3, 2026

July 19, 2025; North Augusta, South Carolina, USA; Brad Beal Elite Quentin Coleman (1) gestures to a teammate as Team Durant Evans Barning Jr. (7) defends during the Brad Beal Elite and Team Durant game at the Nike EYBL Peach Jam at Riverview Park Activity Center. Brad Beal Elite won 91-59. Mandatory Credit: Katie Goodale - Augusta Chronicle/USA TODAY NETWORK

Four-Star Guard Quentin Coleman Commits to Illinois – What to Know

Jackson Langendorf

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Apr 3, 2026

Nov 28, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) is guarded by UConn Huskies forward Alex Karaban (11) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

David Mirkovic vs Alex Karaban: Who Has the Edge in Illinois-UConn?

Pranav Hegde

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Apr 3, 2026

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