WCIA 3's Sports Director Glenn Kinley joins the show to discuss the impact that Shauna Green has had on Illini women’s basketball. He also shared insight on the Big Ten Tournament and the excitement surrounding local high school hoops. Later in the hour, the crew runs another round of Etched ... Read more
Larry Smith, Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley are the IlliniGuys & this week they're talking: Illini Hoops Updates March Madness Mike Small Illini Golf Coach & More We ask YOU to help the IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular & I on the Illini grow on social media by following us ... Read more
We start the show with a tribute to longtime listener Anonymous Randy. Then, Dr. Daniel Thompson called in from the Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament to share the latest on the Illini and the atmosphere at the event. Later in the hour, Carson Gourdie joined the show to talk all ... Read more
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses the latest happenings with Illinois football, including a commitment from 4-star Evanston DB Justin Johnson. Werner also discusses and plays what he heard from three new Illini assistant coaches (Roger Cooper, Ronnie Bradford and Tyrone Wheatley) and transfer offensive linemen Jake Renfro and Christian Martin. ... Read more
Published on Friday, March 6, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses the latest happenings with Illinois football, including a commitment from 4-star Evanston DB Justin Johnson. Werner also discusses and plays what he heard from three new Illini assistant coaches (Roger Cooper, Ronnie Bradford and Tyrone Wheatley) and transfer offensive linemen Jake Renfro and Christian Martin. ... Read more
Published on Friday, March 6, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
We discuss the Illini's bounce back win over Oregon and preview their final regular season game at Maryland. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!Follow our Social Media Accounts:MERCH: https://illinibasketballpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/- http://www.X.com/PodcastIllini- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/illini-basketball-podcast- http://www.facebook.com/illinibasketballpodcast- https://www.youtube.com/@illinibasketballpodcast- http://www.X.com/EthanCarterSW- http://www.X.com/tbramleyibp- https://www.instagram.com/illinibasketballpodcast/?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk%3D**We do NOT own the rights to the introduction video music** - MUSIC BY VLAD GLUSCHENKO (After a ... Read more
Published on Thursday, March 5, 2026By Illini Basketball Podcast
The guys debated what will matter more for Illinois basketball in the postseason: knocking down three-pointers or limiting costly turnovers. The conversation looked at how each factor could impact the Illini’s chances of making a deep tournament run. Also, how did this debate lead to our first On-Air Injury?! Evan ... Read more
It was a BUSY news day. Brian Teague from Chicago State of Mind Sports joined the show to discuss the Chicago Bears trading wide receiver DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills and what the move could mean for the franchise moving forward. The guys also reacted to Bret Bielema and ... Read more
Illinois basketball gets off the schneid with an 80-54 win over the lowly Oregon Ducks. Mike Carpenter reacts to the improved play from Brad Underwood's team, spurred on by a bounce back 21-point game from Andrej Stojakovic and another 19 from David Mirkovic. Next up: the regular season finale at ... Read more
Published on Wednesday, March 4, 2026By Mike Carpenter
Kyle Tausk from Illini Inquirer breaks down how Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball cruised past Oregon Ducks and what clicked for Andrej Stojakovic in the dominant performance. He also previews Illinois’ upcoming matchup against the Maryland Terrapins and the Big Ten Tournament. Evan dives into another edition of Etched in ... Read more
Brad Sturdy from Illini Guys breaks down Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball’s dominant win over the Oregon Ducks and what it means moving forward. He also discusses Illinois football landing cornerback Justin Johnson and the impact he could make on the program. We hit the latest Illini Headlines from around ... Read more
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 80-54 rout of Oregon. The guys discuss Andrej Stojakovic's bounce-back game, a big boost from the bench and what it means for Illinois moving forward. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7CtGo ... Read more
Published on Wednesday, March 4, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Mike Cagley, Ked Prince & Brad Sturdy talk the Illini's 80-54 destruction of Oregon. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you in the know! Share this show on your social media & please give us a 5-star rating ... Read more
Chris Kwiecinski of Fox 32 Chicago joins the show to break down Drew Dalman’s retirement and what it means for the Chicago Bears moving forward. The conversation focuses on how the Bears adjust along the offensive line and what this signals about their offseason plans. Later, it’s Tuesday Draft time ... Read more
Tristan Thomas previews Senior Night as the Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball get set to host the Oregon Ducks at State Farm Center. Dr. Daniel Thompson joins the show to discuss the momentum of Illini Women’s Basketball and what to expect in the upcoming Big Ten Conference Tournament. The hour ... Read more
Illinois' men's and women's gymnastics programs join The News-Gazette sports writers at Esquire Lounge in downtown Champaign to chat about their season, plus a busy April at State Farm Center. ... Read more
Published on Monday, March 2, 2026By NewsTalk 1400 & 93.9-FM
“From the Office of Evan Stone” lays out a blueprint for getting the Chicago Bears back to the Super Bowl and what it will take to make that dream a reality. The segment breaks down roster moves, the draft, and the path through the NFC. Plus, we give you one ... Read more
Doug Bucshon from Orange and Blue News joins the show to break down Illinois’ loss to Michigan Wolverines and what went wrong down the stretch. He shares his biggest takeaways from the game and how the team can respond moving forward. The conversation also looks at key performances, coaching decisions, ... Read more
Games against Oregon and Maryland in the final week of the regular season couldn't have come at a better time for an Illinois team that has lost four of its last six games, playing itself out of Big Ten regular season championship contention and putting a No. 2 seed in ... Read more
Published on Monday, March 2, 2026By Champaign Multimedia Group
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois basketball's 84-70 loss to Michigan. LaTulip breaks down what went wrong for the Illini, what they learned and what must be cleaned up in the final two regular-season games against Oregon and at Maryland. LaTulip also discusses ... Read more
Published on Monday, March 2, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
In this episode I recap women's basketball's near upset of #9 Iowa (3:15) and break down potential B1G Tournament positioning ahead of the regular season finale (10:46). I also examine the aftermath of Friday's loss to Michigan (14:48) and the biggest weakness of the men's basketball roster being exposed (16:07). ... Read more
Larry Smith, Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley are the IlliniGuys & this week they're talking: Illini Busted Up by Michigan Olympic Hockey Bears Stadium We ask YOU to help the IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular & I on the Illini grow on social media by following us on all our ... Read more
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 84-70 loss to No. 3 Michigan. The discuss how Michigan's defense and frontcourt bothered Illinois and what a fourth loss in six games means for the team heading into March. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSOmaha Steaks: Go to ... Read more
Published on Saturday, February 28, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Michigan clinches the outright Big Ten Title at the State Farm Center with an 84-70 win over Illinois. Mike Carpenter reacts to the disappointing loss, one in which the Wolverines proved their national title bona fides while the Illini enter March with some questions. Boswell, Wagler, and Mirkovic were strong, ... Read more
Published on Saturday, February 28, 2026By Mike Carpenter
Mike Cagley, Ked Prince & Brad Sturdy talk the Illini's 84-70 loss to the Wolverines, who win the B1G title. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you in the know! Share this show on your social media ... Read more
Rob Connolly of Finlete Sports joins the show to talk Cardinals baseball and explains how you can invest in a player's future MLB earnings. It's a fascinating conversation about the state of Sports Betting in 2026. Isaac Ambrose from The Champaign Room surprises us with a call about the Illini ... Read more
Published on Friday, February 27, 2026By ESPN 93.5
Kyle Tausk from Illini Inquirer previews Illinois vs. Michigan Wolverines and breaks down the keys for the Illini to get a big rivalry win. He also shares insight on his ongoing “rivalry” with Rapheal Davis and how it adds extra fun to Big Ten matchups. Plus, we cover the latest ... Read more
Published on Friday, February 27, 2026By ESPN 93.5
We discuss the massive game against Michigan tomorrow night and audio issues to lead a terrible episode.LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!Follow our Social Media Accounts:MERCH: https://illinibasketballpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/- http://www.X.com/PodcastIllini- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/illini-basketball-podcast- http://www.facebook.com/illinibasketballpodcast- https://www.youtube.com/@illinibasketballpodcast- http://www.X.com/EthanCarterSW- http://www.X.com/tbramleyibp- https://www.instagram.com/illinibasketballpodcast/?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk%3D**We do NOT own the rights to the introduction video music** - MUSIC BY VLAD GLUSCHENKO (After a While) ... Read more
Published on Thursday, February 26, 2026By Illini Basketball Podcast
Bob Asmussen joins Joey Wright and Evan Conn to preview Illinois' top-10 bout against Michigan at State Farm Center, with Illini arena host Mylas Copeland offering his thoughts as well. ... Read more
Published on Thursday, February 26, 2026By NewsTalk 1400 & 93.9-FM
Brian Teague of Chicago State of Mind Sports calls in with an update on which Illinois players are making the biggest impressions at the NFL Combine and what it means for their draft stock. Can Gabe Jacas work his way into the First Round? What is Luke Altmyer doing that ... Read more
Published on Thursday, February 26, 2026By ESPN 93.5
Steve Kelly and Loren Tate welcome News-Gazette sportswriter Scott Richey to the studio to talk Illini basketball then catch-up with UI golf coach Mike Small. ... Read more
Published on Wednesday, February 25, 2026By NewsTalk 1400 & 93.9-FM
Carson Bounds from Orange and Blue News joins the show to preview the huge game between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Michigan Wolverines on Friday night. Carson, a former member of the Orange Krush, talks about some of the criticisms the student section has faced this year. We also ... Read more
Published on Wednesday, February 25, 2026By ESPN 93.5
#3 Michigan rolls into Champaign for a top ten showdown against Illinois at the State Farm Center. Mike Carpenter discusses the matchup, the fallout of the collapse at UCLA, and what a win against Dusty May's Wolverines would mean for Brad Underwood's Illini. ... Read more
Published on Wednesday, February 25, 2026By Mike Carpenter
Dave Wischnowsky breaks down what went wrong in Illinois’ loss to the UCLA Bruins and what the team must clean up moving forward. He also previews a big matchup as the Illinois Fighting Illini get set to take on the Michigan Wolverines. We hit the latest Illini Headlines, including roster ... Read more
Published on Wednesday, February 25, 2026By ESPN 93.5
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois football's new assistant coaches before previewing No. 10 Illinois basketball hosting No. 3 Michigan on Friday. Trotter breaks down Morez Johnson Jr.'s growth at Michigan after transferring from Illinois, where each team has an advantage and an X-factor for either side. SUPPORT OUR ... Read more
Published on Wednesday, February 25, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
This week, I break down Illinois' blowout win at USC (3:27) and discouraging loss to UCLA (10:24). I also discuss Keaton Wagler's history-making freshman season (13:13), the Illini's data-driven gameplan (24:27), and their recent late-game woes (26:56). Next, I glance at the B1G outlook (33:15) and preview Friday's clash with ... Read more
Mike Cagley, Ked Prince & Brad Sturdy talk Illini Hoops with a 2.24.26 update. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you in the know! Share this show on your social media & please give us a 5-star rating ... Read more
We discuss the wild OT loss at UCLA and view the big picture for this team.LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!Follow our Social Media Accounts:MERCH: https://illinibasketballpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/- http://www.X.com/PodcastIllini- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/illini-basketball-podcast- http://www.facebook.com/illinibasketballpodcast- https://www.youtube.com/@illinibasketballpodcast- http://www.X.com/EthanCarterSW- http://www.X.com/tbramleyibp- https://www.instagram.com/illinibasketballpodcast/?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk%3D**We do NOT own the rights to the introduction video music** - MUSIC BY VLAD GLUSCHENKO (After a While) ... Read more
Published on Tuesday, February 24, 2026By Illini Basketball Podcast
Loren Tate and Joey Wright discuss plenty of Illinois storylines and News-Gazette Illini women's basketball beat writer Joe Vozzelli joins the show to preview a big road game at No. 9 Iowa. ... Read more
Published on Tuesday, February 24, 2026By NewsTalk 1400 & 93.9-FM
Tristan Thomas from WCIA breaks down Illinois vs UCLA Bruins men's basketball and shares the highlights from the IHSA Wrestling State Finals. He highlights key matchups, postseason implications, and what to watch as the Illini continue their Big Ten push. Kurtis then takes over Etched in Stone with his top ... Read more
Published on Tuesday, February 24, 2026By ESPN 93.5
Carson Gourdie from Fox Illinois and WICS breaks down what went wrong in Illinois’ loss to UCLA Bruins men's basketball, including late-game execution and defensive lapses. He also shares his biggest takeaways moving forward as the Illini look to regroup during the stretch run. Plus, we run through today’s Illini ... Read more
Published on Tuesday, February 24, 2026By ESPN 93.5
Former Illini T.J. Wheeler joins the show to discuss his thoughts on this year's team as well as stories from his Illinois teams of the early 1990's. Brian Ames shares information about the Illini Rebounders. ... Read more
Published on Monday, February 23, 2026By NewsTalk 1400 & 93.9-FM
Winning a share of the Big Ten regular season title certainly got much more difficult after a split the Los Angeles trip. Now, Illinois has to do what it can to protect its spot on the No. 2 seed line for the NCAA tournament. Beating Michigan on Friday would certainly ... Read more
Published on Monday, February 23, 2026By Champaign Multimedia Group
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to review the Illini's 95-94 overtime loss at UCLA. He breaks down what went wrong defensively, including on Donovan Dent's coast-to-coast game-winner, and what the Illini must learn from the disappointing letdown. Then LaTulip previews Friday's top-10 matchup against No. 3 ... Read more
Published on Monday, February 23, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Larry Smith, Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley are the IlliniGuys & this week they're talking: Illini Basketball Update Big Ten Hoops Roundup Illini Women's Update We ask YOU to help the IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular & I on the Illini grow on social media by following us on all ... Read more
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 95-94 overtime loss at UCLA. The guys discuss what went wrong to blow a 23-point first-half lead, the plays Illinois didn't make down the stretch and what it means for the team entering March. The guys then discuss Friday's ... Read more
Published on Sunday, February 22, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Despite holding a 23-point lead in the first half, Illinois basketball falls in OT for the third time this season. On this night, it was a Tyus Edney-esque game-winner from Donovan Dent, giving UCLA the 95-94 win. Mike Carpenter reacts immediately after the loss and questions the in-game coaching of ... Read more
Published on Saturday, February 21, 2026By Mike Carpenter
Mike Cagley, Ked Prince & Brad Sturdy talk the Illini's 95-94 OT loss to the Bruins & waste a 33-10 lead. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you in the know! Share this show on your social media ... Read more
A fully healthy Illinois begins their west coast swing with a 101-65 rout at USC. Mike Carpenter reacts to the display of offensive firepower, keyed on by Andrej Stojakovic's 22 points in his return from injury. Seven players scored in double-figures in a balanced effort. Up next: at UCLA on ... Read more
Published on Thursday, February 19, 2026By Mike Carpenter
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 101-65 rout of USC in Los Angeles. The guys discuss the impact of Andrej Stojakovic's return from injury, the Illini's improved depth as seven score in double figures, defensive strides and a few more highlights from the game. The ... Read more
Published on Thursday, February 19, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Mike Cagley, Ked Prince & Brad Sturdy talk the Illini's 101-65 win over the Trojans & the return of Andrej Stojakovic. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you in the know! Share this show on your social media ... Read more
We reflect on the 1K free throw stream we did on Sunday, discuss the bounce back win over Indiana, and preview the game at USC. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!Follow our Social Media Accounts:MERCH: https://illinibasketballpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/- http://www.X.com/PodcastIllini- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/illini-basketball-podcast- http://www.facebook.com/illinibasketballpodcast- https://www.youtube.com/@illinibasketballpodcast- http://www.X.com/EthanCarterSW- http://www.X.com/tbramleyibp- https://www.instagram.com/illinibasketballpodcast/?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk%3D**We do NOT own the rights to the introduction video music** ... Read more
Published on Tuesday, February 17, 2026By Illini Basketball Podcast
Evan Conn and Mike LaTulip celebrate the Illinois victory over Indiana with callers and texters. The final score: Illinois 71, Indiana 51. ... Read more
Published on Tuesday, February 17, 2026By NewsTalk 1400 & 93.9 FM
Bracketologist Brad Evans joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's NCAA Tournament potential and seeding possibilities. Evans breaks down what he's seen out of this Illinois team and whether it's Brad Underwood's best team. He also breaks down the Big Ten's top seeds and bubble teams and ... Read more
Published on Tuesday, February 17, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
This week I'm joined by The Champaign Room's Pleas Honeywood to recap men's basketball's blowout win over the hated Hoosiers (4:16) and discuss why Sunday was more about "process" than "results" (9:39). We also analyze the Illini's Big Ten outlook (27:18), Keaton Wagler's offensive balance (34:09), and his impact on ... Read more
Illinois got back on track with Sunday's blowout win against Indiana. Turns out getting Kylan Boswell back in the lineup was a big deal. A return that came just in time for a pivotal West Coast trip, with games against USC and UCLA that will either keep Illinois in the ... Read more
Published on Monday, February 16, 2026By Champaign Multimedia Group
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois basketball's win over Indiana and preview the Illini's trip to Los Angeles. LaTulip breaks down the impact of Kylan Boswell's return, the impact of Andrej Stojakovic's absence and the continued strong play of freshmen Keaton Wagler and ... Read more
Published on Monday, February 16, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 71-51 win over Indiana on Sunday. The guys discuss Kylan Boswell's impact in his return, big games from David Mirkovic and Keaton Wagler and a physically dominant performance from the frontcourt. The guys look ahead to next week's trip ... Read more
Published on Sunday, February 15, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Mike Cagley, Ked Prince, Brad Sturdy & Illini Legend Marcus Griffin talk the Illini's 71-51 win over the Hoosiers & the return of Kylan Boswell. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you in the know! Share this show ... Read more
With Kylan Boswell back in the fold, Illinois basketball bounces back in a big way with a 71-51 win over Indiana. Mike Carpenter reacts during an impressive second half, in which the Illini - led by David Mirkovic's 25 points, Keaton Wagler's 18, and Tomislav Ivisic's 14. Next up: Brad ... Read more
Published on Sunday, February 15, 2026By Mike Carpenter
We break down another rough overtime loss where the Illini had a lead, preview the game versus Indiana tomorrow, and get ready for our Sunday afternoon 300th Episode Celebration live stream. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!Follow our Social Media Accounts:MERCH: https://illinibasketballpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/- http://www.X.com/PodcastIllini- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/illini-basketball-podcast- http://www.facebook.com/illinibasketballpodcast- https://www.youtube.com/@illinibasketballpodcast- http://www.X.com/EthanCarterSW- http://www.X.com/tbramleyibp- https://www.instagram.com/illinibasketballpodcast/?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk%3D**We do NOT own the ... Read more
Published on Saturday, February 14, 2026By Illini Basketball Podcast
Larry Smith, Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley talk Illini: Illini Basketball Update Bobby Hauck is new Illini Defensive Coordinator Pete Babcock Speaks We ask YOU to help the IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular & I on the Illini grow on social media by following us on all our social media ... Read more
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Sunday's Illinois basketball game against Indiana and their initial impressions of Illinois defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck. The guys discuss his path to Illinois, the change to his 3-3-5 defense and how Bielema will fill out the rest of the staff. The guys ... Read more
Published on Friday, February 13, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Illinois basketball loses their second straight in overtime, a 92-90 defeat to Wisconsin at the State Farm Center. Mike Carpenter reacts to the sloppy, slow-footed performance, fatigue setting in as Andrej Stojakovic misses a night with a bum ankle. With the Big Ten title hopes in jeopardy, March becomes the ... Read more
Published on Wednesday, February 11, 2026By Mike Carpenter
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 92-90 overtime loss to Wisconsin at home. The guys discuss why Illinois struggled to close for a second straight game, the team's issues in their first back-to-back losses this season and what's ahead. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS * Omaha ... Read more
Published on Wednesday, February 11, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Mike and Ked talk about the Illini's OT loss to Wisconsin 92-90 as a 12-point lead evaporated in the second half. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you in the know! Share this show on your social media ... Read more
Mike Cagley gets the scoop from Montana Insider Shaun Riley (SWX Montana Sports Director) on the Illini hiring legendary Montana head coach Bobby Hauck as Defensive Coordinator. Then Larry Smith and Matt Stevens discuss the Hauck hiring from the Illinois side. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across ... Read more
Inside this edition of 'Oskee Talk' I recap Illinois' blowout win versus Northwestern (3:33) as well as their OT loss at Michigan State (13:16). I also discuss why my outlook on Illinois' season hasn't changed (28:21), the Illini's tournament ceiling (35:37), and weigh in on the critiques of Brad Underwood ... Read more
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois hiring long-time Wyoming coach Bobby Hauck as defensive coordinator and discuss how he will change Bret Bielema's defense. Then Werner catches up with coaching expert Mat Pistole about Hauck's 3-3-5 defensive scheme and what it means for the Illini's style ... Read more
Published on Monday, February 9, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois hiring long-time Wyoming coach Bobby Hauck as defensive coordinator and discuss how he will change Bret Bielema's defense. Then Werner catches up with coaching expert Mat Pistole about Hauck's 3-3-5 defensive scheme and what it means for the Illini's style ... Read more
Published on Monday, February 9, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
We preview the matchup against Wisconsin at home, discuss the potential return (soon?) of Kylan Boswell, and other topics. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!Follow our Social Media Accounts:MERCH: https://illinibasketballpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/- http://www.X.com/PodcastIllini- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/illini-basketball-podcast- http://www.facebook.com/illinibasketballpodcast- https://www.youtube.com/@illinibasketballpodcast- http://www.X.com/EthanCarterSW- http://www.X.com/tbramleyibp- https://www.instagram.com/illinibasketballpodcast/?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk%3D**We do NOT own the rights to the introduction video music** - MUSIC BY VLAD GLUSCHENKO (After ... Read more
Published on Monday, February 9, 2026By Illini Basketball Podcast
Beat writer Scott Richey fields a series of true or false statements concerning Illinois. Up for debate? Big Ten officiating, the timeline for Kylan Boswell's return, Illinois' place as a Big Ten championship contender and more all discussed in this week's Inside Illini Basketball. ... Read more
Published on Monday, February 9, 2026By Champaign Multimedia Group
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois basketball's 85-82 overtime loss at Michigan State. LaTulip breaks down what went wrong for the Illini, how MSU slowed Keaton Wagler, David Mirkovic running the offense and more. Then the guys look ahead to this week's home ... Read more
Published on Monday, February 9, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
Audio is bad. Sorry all. Will be fixed. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!Follow our Social Media Accounts:MERCH: https://illinibasketballpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/- http://www.X.com/PodcastIllini- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/illini-basketball-podcast- http://www.facebook.com/illinibasketballpodcast- https://www.youtube.com/@illinibasketballpodcast- http://www.X.com/EthanCarterSW- http://www.X.com/tbramleyibp- https://www.instagram.com/illinibasketballpodcast/?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk%3D**We do NOT own the rights to the introduction video music** - MUSIC BY VLAD GLUSCHENKO (After a While) ... Read more
Published on Sunday, February 8, 2026By Illini Basketball Podcast
#5 Illinois falls at #10 Michigan State 85-82 in overtime. Mike Carpenter discusses the loss, the team's first since December 13, and the positives to take away despite the outcome. While Keaton Wagler struggled mightily from the field, David Mirkovic and Andrej Stojakovic picked up the offensive slack. Unfortunately, there ... Read more
Published on Sunday, February 8, 2026By Mike Carpenter
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 85-82 loss at No. 10 Michigan State. The guys discuss the Illini's struggles to contain Jeremy Fears Jr., Keaton Wagler's rough night and David Mirkovic and Andrej Stojakovic stepping up. The guys then discuss what the loss means and ... Read more
Published on Sunday, February 8, 2026By 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
The 12-game winning streak for #5 Illinois comes to an end in East Lansing as the Fighting Illini lose to the #10 Michigan State Spartans 85-82 in overtime and fall to 11-2 in the Big Ten and 20-4 overall. ... Read more
Published on Sunday, February 8, 2026By NewsTalk 1400 & 93.9 FM
Mike, Ked & Illini Legend Marcus Griffin talk Illini's 85-82 OT loss to Michigan State to end their win streak at 12. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you in the know! Share this show on your social ... Read more
We discuss the Illini's blowout victory over Northwestern and preview the matchup against Michigan State. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!Follow our Social Media Accounts:MERCH: https://illinibasketballpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/- http://www.X.com/PodcastIllini- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/illini-basketball-podcast- http://www.facebook.com/illinibasketballpodcast- https://www.youtube.com/@illinibasketballpodcast- http://www.X.com/EthanCarterSW- http://www.X.com/tbramleyibp- https://www.instagram.com/illinibasketballpodcast/?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk%3D**We do NOT own the rights to the introduction video music** - MUSIC BY VLAD GLUSCHENKO (After a While) ... Read more
Published on Friday, February 6, 2026By Illini Basketball Podcast
Larry Smith, Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley talk Illini: Illini Basketball on a Massive Roll Ayo Traded to Timberwolves Illini Football Coaching Openings We ask YOU to help the IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular & I on the Illini grow on social media by following us on all our social ... Read more
It's getting real, folks. Illinois basketball looks like not only a contender in the Big Ten, but on the national stage as well. Their 84-44 win over Northwestern in front of a raucous State Farm Center crowd featured a team clicking on all cylinders. Mike Carpenter discusses the 12-game streak, ... Read more
Published on Thursday, February 5, 2026By Mike Carpenter
Mike, Brad & Ked talk the #5 Illini smashing Northwestern 84-44 & an update on the Illini defensive coordinator opening. We ask YOU to help the IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular & I on the Illini grow on social media by following us on all our social media and engaging with the ... Read more
Illinois basketball grabs their second straight top-five road win, this time a 78-69 triumph at Nebraska. Mike Carpenter reacts after the game, one in which Brad Underwood's team extracted revenge for their home loss in December. Keaton Wagler led the way with 28 points, while David Mirkovic, Jake Davis, and ... Read more
Published on Sunday, February 1, 2026By Mike Carpenter