Mike Cagley talks with Matt Stevens & Steve Sturm about Illini football & the NFL Draft. Then, Mike talks to Brad Sturdy & Ked Prince about Illini basketball recruiting and more! Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you ... Read more

Joey Wright, Evan Conn and Bob Asmussen talk about the NFL draft, Ayo Dosunmu's impact on the Minnesota Timberwolves and the 17th annual Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend. ... Read more

Jacob Infante joins the show to break down the Chicago Bears and their outlook heading into the NFL Draft, including key needs and potential targets. It's a must-listen conversation! The hour also features the latest Illini headlines, keeping you up to date on what’s happening around campus. Plus, the crew ... Read more

Larry Smith, Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley are the IlliniGuys & this is the Sports Spectacular heard on over 20+ stations in Illinois, Iowa & Missouri weekly. This week they talk: The Latest Illini hoops Illini in the NFL Draft Guests Divine Bourrage and Mike DeCourcy We ask ... Read more

New Centennial football coach Keegan Hill joins Joey Wright and Evan Conn, and Joe Vozzelli drops by for a chat about the NFL draft. ... Read more

Zac Braunagel from Illini wrestling joins the show to discuss competing at the US Open Championships and what the experience means for his growth on the mat. The conversation then shifts back to more NFL Draft storylines and key updates as the event approaches. The hour wraps up with a ... Read more

An Illini legend helps us kick off the show! Kurt Kittner joins us to share insight on his NFL Draft experience while also discussing Luke Altmyer and his development. Later, Sean Hammond from the Chicago Tribune breaks down the latest NFL Draft storylines and what to expect from the Chicago ... Read more

We discuss the return of 4 key players and the commitment of Zavier Zens. 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

Steve Kelly and Loren Tate welcome News-Gazette sportswriter Scott Richey to the studio for an update on Illini basketball & football, then talk to Travis Tate on the NBA playoffs. Finally they check in with Mike Lindeman, owner of Body N Sole Sports, on this weekend’s Illinois Marathon. ... Read more

Brian Walton from The Cardinal Nation joins the show to break down the early season success of the Redbirds and what’s fueling their strong start. He also dives into the Cardinals’ farm system, highlighting key prospects and overall organizational depth. The conversation gives a full picture of both the present ... Read more

Kyle Tausk from Illini Inquirer joins the show to break down Illinois’ 2026–27 roster, including potential breakout candidates and key pieces to watch. We also hit the latest Illini headlines and recap Tuesday Draft with listener reactions. The hour wraps with your texts, featuring fan takes and questions on Illinois ... Read more

Joey Wright and Loren Tate welcome 2022 News-Gazette All-Area boys' basketball Player of the Year Jalen Quinn, who is in the transfer portal after leading the Missouri Valley Conference in scoring at Drake. ... Read more

Brian Teague from Chicago State of Mind Sports joins the show to break down the latest surrounding the Chicago Bears and preview the upcoming NFL Draft. The hour also features a fun Tuesday Draft with listener Lindy, as the guys make their picks for the best Minor League Baseball team ... Read more

Jeff Jones from the Belleville News-Democrat joins the show to break down the early-season success of the Cardinals and what’s fueling their strong start. Dave Wishnowsky also stops by to discuss the latest developments in the Illini basketball offseason and what it means for the program moving forward. The hour ... Read more

247Sports director of college basketball content Kyle Tucker joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the Illinois basketball offseason. Tucker discusses the Illini's retention efforts, additions to the backcourt and how the Illini stack up nationally. Tucker also discusses big takeaways from the offseason, including winners and one big loser ... Read more

Joey Wright, Matt Daniels, Scott Richey and Bob Asmussen take calls from Illini fans and break down the latest storylines. ... Read more

Illini hoops not done in Portal. Run it back 2027 ... Read more

Hour 2 dives into how the National League Central has emerged as one of baseball’s most competitive divisions early in the season. The show also hits key headlines from the NBA Playoffs, Stanley Cup Playoffs, and the upcoming NFL Draft. Plus, listeners get a chance to win tickets to see ... Read more

Quentin Coleman officially commits to the Illini and Brandon Lee has entered the Transfer Portal, sparking the question of whether the roster is now fully set heading into next season? The text line lights up. Meanwhile, Evan "Stone Cold" steals the spotlight by dominating the show’s WrestleMania prediction contest with ... Read more

Last week solidified Illinois as legitimate contender as the preseason No. 1 team in the country. Retention was the offseason priority in Champaign, and Brad Underwood and Co. were able to follow through by bringing back everyone possible from last season's Final Four rotation except for  NBA-bound Keaton Wagler. Add ... Read more

Illinois women’s basketball just added a major piece, and here’s the story behind it.On this episode of Ked’s Recruiting Roundup, Kedric Prince sits down with Illinois transfer Divine Bourrage, along with her mother, Leanne Binion, and uncle, Devon Binion, for a conversation that goes beyond the game.A former five-star recruit, ... Read more

Illinois basketball capitalizes on a Final Four appearance by retaining their core. David Mirkovic, Tomislav and Zvonimir Ivisic, Andrej Stojakovic, and Jake Davis announced their return during the weekend, setting up Brad Underwood's 2026-27 team with high aspirations. ... Read more

Larry Smith, Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley are the IlliniGuys & this week they're talking Illini roster building for the 26-27 season: Retention - Mirk, Stojakovic, the Ivisic Twins & Jake Davis are Back Portal Kombat - Stefan Vaaks is an Illini Recruiting - Wisconsin HS POY Zavier Zens ... Read more

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Andrej Stojakovic returning to Illinois basketball and three-star Class of 2026 forward Zavier Zens committing to the Illini. The guys discuss what Stojakovic's return means for the 2026-27 season, how Illinois was able to retain its Final Four core and what's ... Read more

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Andrej Stojakovic returning to Illinois basketball and three-star Class of 2026 forward Zavier Zens committing to the Illini. The guys discuss what Stojakovic's return means for the 2026-27 season, how Illinois was able to retain its Final Four core and what's ... Read more

Sunny Verma from Locked On Illini joins the show to break down Andrej Stojakovic’s return and what to expect from Illinois’ incoming freshman class. The guys also have some fun with Evan “Stone Cold’s” WrestleMania predictions, plus another edition of Around the Bases. And as always, they wrap things up ... Read more

Big news for Illinois basketball as Andrej Stojakovic is officially back with the Illini, giving the roster a major boost heading into next season. Brad Sturdy joins the show to break down what Stojakovic’s return means, along with insight on newcomer Zavier Zens and how he fits into the program. ... Read more

I discuss Keaton Wagler declaring for the NBA Draft (3:10), and why retaining David Mirkovic was the Illini's top offseason accomplishment (12:09). I also break down the returns of the Ivisic brothers and Jake Davis and Illinois' 2026 roster construction (26:06) as well as the signing of transfer Stefan Vaaks ... Read more

Gavin Sullivan joins Joey Wright and Evan Conn for a discussion about the college basketball offseason and the NIL landscape. ... Read more

Tristan Thomas joined the show to break down the returning Illini players and the impact they’ll have heading into next season. He also reflected on Ty Rodgers’ legacy, emphasizing his role as a true “culture guy” during his time at Illinois, while touching on Illini spring football storylines. The hour ... Read more

Big news for Illinois as the Ivisic twins and Jake Davis are officially returning, giving Brad Underwood a strong core heading into next season. The announcement came last night at Underwood’s “Kickin’ Cancer” event. The trio join a returning David Mirkovic, but what will Andrej Stojakovic do? How could John ... Read more

CBS Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to talk about four key Illinois basketball players annoncing their returns to Illinois basketball for the 2026-27 season: David Mirkovic, Tomislav Ivisic, Zvonimir Ivisic and Jake Davis. The guys discuss what it means for the program, how they ... Read more

Mike Cagley, Ked Prince and Illini-Uber Insider Brad Sturdy talk the Illini's return of David Mirkovic, the Ivisic twins and Jake Davis for next season. 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

We discuss the importance of Mirkovic's return, the addition of Vaaks, the pursuit of John Blackwell, and more. 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

Illini countdown for Blackwell. Retention SOON. Portal chatter. ... Read more

Steve Kelly and Loren Tate check-in with News-Gazette sportswriter Scott Richey live from the “Coaches vs Cancer” event at Gordyville, then talk to Isaac Trotter (national college basketball writer with 247 Sports) on the transfer portal. ... Read more

Carson Gourdie joined the show to preview Brad Underwood’s “Coaches vs. Cancer” event, highlighting its importance to the community and the continued support from the Illinois basketball program. Gourdie also shared the latest football recruiting nuggets, offering insight into prospects and the direction of the Illini’s future roster. The hour ... Read more

llinois basketball got a major boost as David Mirkovic announced his return to Champaign, adding experience and stability to the Illini frontcourt for the 2026 season. Brian Teague of Chicago State of Mind Sports joined the show to discuss the impact of the news and how it strengthens Illinois’ outlook ... Read more

Recognized as one of the top nation's top prospects in Illinois, Kate McDougall drew interest from Shauna Green's program as early as 8th grade and completed a visit to Illinois. ... Read more

Illinois men's gymnastics coach Daniel Ribeiro drops by to chat about the upcoming NCAA men's gymnastics championships at State Farm Center. ... Read more

Evan and Kyle discuss a wide variety of topics including trending sports headlines, Illini spring football, the college basketball transfer portal and much more. ... Read more

Illini Inquirer's Kyle Tausk is in studio filling in for Kurtis to discuss Illini basketball's offseason and retention & transfer portal efforts. Later, Illinois women's basketball head coach Shauna Green joins the show to talk about her team's offseason. ... Read more

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discusses Illinois basketball's offseason, four-star QB Kamden Lopati's decommitment and names of interest from Illini football spring practice. The guys then catch up with Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green about the Illini's 2025-26 season, roster retention, the transfer portal and more. SUPPORT ... Read more

Illinois men's basketball assistant coach Zach Hamer and strength coach Adam Fletcher join The News-Gazette sports writers at Esquire Lounge. ... Read more

Ravi Lulla of Hurrdat Sports joins the show to break down the latest movement in the Big Ten Transfer Portal and what it means for teams across the conference. Alex Kyi from Armchair Illini also stops by to discuss Stefan Vaaks’ transfer to Illinois, along with insights on John Blackwell ... Read more

A newsworthy weekend jumpstarted Illinois' offseason, with one expected goodbye (Keaton Wagler to the NBA), a major transfer addition (Providence transfer Stefan Vaaks) and two Balkans hitting the portal (Mihailo Petrovic and Toni Bilic). Brad Underwood and Co. are still waiting for the most important offseason news, however, with retention ... Read more

Mike Cagley, Ked Prince and Illini-Uber Insider Brad Sturdy talk the Illini's landing Stefan Vaaks in Portal Kombat. 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 ... Read more

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball landing a commitment from Providence transfer guard Stefan Vaaks. The guys discuss how the Estonian fits with the Illini and what's next in their roster build. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with ... Read more

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball landing a commitment from Providence transfer guard Stefan Vaaks. The guys discuss how the Estonian fits with the Illini and what's next in their roster build. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with ... Read more

Larry Smith, Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley are the IlliniGuys & this week they're talking Final Four thoughts and Portal Kombat tipping off with Ked Prince IlliniGuys Senior Recruiting Analyst. We ask YOU to help the IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular & I on the Illini grow on social media by following ... Read more

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois women's basketball landing LSU transfer guard Divine Bourrage and the latest with Illinois football recruiting. CBS Sports basketball writer Isaac Trotter then joins Werner to put a bow on the Illini basketball 2025-26 season and discuss the Illini's retention and transfer portal efforts. SUPPORT ... Read more

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We discussed the 2025-26 season and the big offseason ahead as the Illini try to build off of a Final Four run. 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 ... Read more

Fighting Illini Today 04-09-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. ... Read more

I review the aftermath of Illinois' Final Four loss to UConn (3:23) and the Illini's inability to overcome bad bounces (5:57). I also highlight some of the top performers from this season (14:20) and examine why this was one of the most memorable seasons in program history (24:47). I also ... Read more

Illini hoops season recap. Retention and PORTAL!! ... Read more

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss the Illini's Final Four loss to UConn and preview the offseason. LaTulip breaks down what went wrong against UConn and reflects on a special season. He then discusses the Illini's retention efforts and transfer possibilities for rebuilding the backcourt ... Read more

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss the Illini's Final Four loss to UConn and preview the offseason. LaTulip breaks down what went wrong against UConn and reflects on a special season. He then discusses the Illini's retention efforts and transfer possibilities for rebuilding the backcourt ... Read more

Fighting Illini Today 04-08-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. ... Read more

Illinois basketball's postseason run comes to an end at the hands of UConn. Mike Carpenter discusses Saturday's game, the trip to the Final Four, and what this success in March means for the fanbase and the program itself going forward. ... Read more

Fighting Illini Today 04-07-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. ... Read more

Mike Cagley, Ked Prince and Illini Legend Marcus Griffin talk the Illini's Loss to UConn & the impending Portal Kombat battles. 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

The transfer portal officially opens April 7 even if hundreds of players have already made their intentions to leave their current college basketball home clear. The better to be tampered with, of course.  But the best case scenario for Illinois might be to only have to dabble in the portal. ... Read more

Fighting Illini Today 04-06-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. ... Read more

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's season-ending 71-62 loss to UConn in the Final Four. The guys discuss a tough shooting night, why UConn has had Illinois' number, the atmosphere at Lucas Oil Stadium and more. Then the guys discuss the offseason ahead, retention efforts ... Read more

Evan Conn & Michael Kiser take your calls and texts after the Fighting Illini lose to UConn 71-62 in Indianapolis. ... Read more

Larry Smith, Mike Cagley, Ked Prince, Brad Sturdy and Matt Stevens talk the Illini's 1st Final Four berth since 2005 as 4 IlliniGuys are riding along with the Illini in Indianapolis. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you ... Read more

From the Final Four in Indianapolis, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois vs. UConn and four-star guard Quentin Coleman's commitment to the Illini with CBS Sports director of scouting Adam Finkelstein and Kyle Tausk. The guys break down the huge turnout of Illini fans at Friday's open practice, final thoughts ... Read more

Larry Smith, Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley are the IlliniGuys & this week they're talking Final Four with: Brian Barnhart Jay Price Eddie Johnson and much more Listen in & get ready for the first Illini Final Four since 2005! We ask YOU to help the IlliniGuys Sports ... Read more

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On this Oskee Talk extra, I remind Illini fans to embrace the moment (3:17). I revisit Illinois' path to Indianapolis (4:22) and spotlight the Illini's standout March Madness performers (11:03). I also look back at UConn's road to the Final Four (15:42), including their unlikely Elite Eight victory versus Duke ... Read more

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Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley talk to former Illini Assistant Coach Jay Price & Larry Smith talks to the Voice of the Illini Brian Barnhart about the Illini in the Final Four. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps ... Read more

Illini heading to Indy. Preview UConn rematch. ... Read more

Illinois basketball is back in the Final Four, and it's hat eatin' time for Mike Carpenter. Ahead of Saturday's matchup against UConn, he reflects on the 2025-26 season, the many highlights, the February dip, and the dominant tourney run. ... Read more

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Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley talk Illini in the Final Four with Illinois Assistant Coach Geoff Alexander. 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 ... Read more

We discuss what this run means for the program as well as the Brad Underwood tenure and a bunch more. 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 ... Read more

CBS Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter and Field of 68 content manager Trevor Vallese join Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to preview the Final Four. The University of Illinois alums break down the Illini's NCAA Tournament run so far, preview Saturday's semifinal matchup between Illinois and UConn and discuss the ... Read more

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On this episode The Champaign Room’s Brandt Dolce checks in following Illinois’ thrilling run to the Final Four (2:59). We discuss how the narrative surrounding Illini basketball has been forever changed (9:07) and Illinois’ defensive turnaround (21:58). We also compliment Iowa’s March Madness run (31:43), examine how the Illini’s narrow ... Read more

Illini knock off Hawkeyes. Heading to FINAL FOUR! ... Read more

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois clinching a spot in the Final Four and its matchup against UConn. LaTulip breaks down what this means for the program, Brad Underwood and the players. He then looks ahead to Saturday's semifinal between Illinois and UConn ... Read more

Illinois is back in the Final Four for the first time in 21 years with a team that has as good a chance to win the whole thing as any that will make their way to Indianapolis this weekend. An All-American point guard. Multiple stretch bigs. A couple of slashers. ... Read more

Mike Cagley & Illini Legend Eddie Johnson talk the Illini's 1st Final Four berth since 2005. 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 ... Read more

Fighting Illini Today 03-30-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. ... Read more

Mike Cagley, Ked Prince & Illini Legend Marcus Griffin, Brad Sturdy and Matt Stevens talk the Illini's 1st Final Four berth since 2005 against UConn. 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

For the first time in 21 years, Illinois basketball is heading to the Final Four! Brad Underwood's Illini punched their ticket with a 71-59 win over Iowa, spurred on by a stellar defensive effort and dominance on the boards. Keaton Wagler scored a game-high 25 points, outdueling the Hawkeyes' Bennett ... Read more

Evan Conn breaks down the Illini's 71-59 victory over the Iowa Hawkeyes to advance to the Final Four and takes listener phone calls. ... Read more

Mike Cagley, Ked Prince & Illini Legend Marcus Griffin talk the Illini's 1st Final Four berth since 2005 and their 71-59 victory over Iowa in the 2026 NCAA Tournament. Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the country or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you in the ... Read more

Illinois advances to the Elite Eight for the second time in three seasons, bullying the hometown Houston Cougars in a 65-55 win. David Mirkovic and Keaton Wagler each nabbed double-doubles, while every player had their moments in a total team effort. Most importantly, Brad Underwood's team not only matched, but ... Read more

Illinois advances to the Sweet Sixteen with a dominant 76-55 win over VCU. Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 21 points off the bench, while Tomislav Ivisic and Keaton Wagler added 14 apiece. Brad Underwood's team played stifling defense, limiting the Rams to 35% from the field and outrebounding them ... Read more

#3 Illinois gets right with a dominant 105-70 win over #14 Penn in the first round at Greenville, SC. Mike Carpenter reacts to the record-setting performance by David Mirkovic, setting the Illini freshman record for points (29) and overall record for rebounds (17) in a tournament game. Keaton Wagler looked ... Read more

The Selection Committee places Illinois as the #3 seed in the South Region, kicking things off Thursday against #14 seed Penn in Greenville, SC. Mike Carpenter discusses the opening weekend draw, one that includes a Caleb Wilson-less #6 UNC and a pesky #11 VCU. Tip-off against Fran McCaffery's Penn Quakers ... Read more

It's like deja vu all over again as the Illini lose in overtime to Wisconsin 91-88. Mike Carpenter reacts after the game, a frustrating affair in which Illinois held 15 point leads in each half, only for each to evaporate thanks to Nick Boyd and John Blackwell's 69 combined points. ... Read more

Illinois outlasts a pesky Maryland team with a 78-72 win, their 24th of the year. Mike Carpenter discusses the struggles against the Terps as an Illini team dealing with the flu bug and wear and tear found a way to win. He looks ahead to this weekend's Big Ten Tournament, ... Read more