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Jan 26, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Ben Humrichous (3) drives the b all against Northwestern Wildcats forward Nick Martinelli (2) during the second half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How to Watch No. 13 Illinois at Northwestern: TV, Tip-Off Time, More

The Illini (13-3, 4-1 Big Ten) are on a roll, will the recent luck of the Wildcats (8-8, 0-5) in Evanston hold out Wednesday?

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Jan 11, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) and forward Jake Davis (15) walk off the court after the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Illinois Continues Climb in KenPom Following Victory at Iowa

Illinois coach Bret Bielema disputes a call in the first quarter of the Music City Bowl against Tennessee in an NCAA football game on Dec. 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Illinois Football Signs Two More in Transfer Portal – What It Means

Nov 19, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) reacts during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Why Kylan Boswell Was the Driving Force in Illinois' Victory Over Iowa

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

Social Media Reacts to Illinois Basketball's Narrow Win at Iowa

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Dec 30, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema watches against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Two More Illinois Football Players Hit the Transfer Portal – What It Means

Nov 22, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema yells to his players during the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kayla Wolf-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Signs Two More Transfers – Including Former MLB Draft Pick

Oct 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back CJ Donaldson Jr. (12) is tackled by Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Malachi Hood (45) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Linebacker Malachi Hood Transfers to West Virginia – What It Means

Sep 2, 2023; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Ball State Cardinals wide receiver Ty Robinson (2) runs the ball during the third quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Illinois Signs Ball State Wide Receiver Transfer Ty Robinson – What It Means

Illinois coach Bret Bielema during the Music City Bowl against Tennessee in an NCAA college football game on Dec. 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Illinois Signs Colorado State Offensive Tackle Transfer Christian Martin – What It Means

Illinois defensive end Tomiwa Durojaiye (36) reacts during a play in the Illini's 24-6 win over Maryland on Nov. 15, 2025, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois.

Five More Illinois Football Players Opt for the Transfer Portal

Oct 25, 2025; Annapolis, Maryland, USA; Florida Atlantic Owls wide receiver Jayshon Platt (3) takes a moment after scoring a first quarter touchdown against the Navy Midshipmen at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Signs Three Additional Transfers to Bolster 2026 Class

Nov 2, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Matthew Bailey (7) tackles Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Max Brosmer (16) during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Matthew Bailey Announces Return to Illinois Football – Why it Matters

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Jan 11, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) shoots the ball as Iowa Hawkeyes guard Isaia Howard (23) and forward Alvaro Folgueiras (7) and guard Isaia Howard (23) defend during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Three Instant Observations From Illinois Basketball's 75-69 Win at Iowa

Jan 8, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) drives the ball against Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Jamichael Davis (1) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Staff Picks: Who Wins No. 16 Illinois vs. No. 19 Iowa?

Mar 13, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) dribbles the ball while Iowa Hawkeyes guard Josh Dix (4) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Three Numbers to Know Before Illinois Basketball Faces Iowa

Jan 8, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) watched Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Tariq Francis (0) with the ball during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How to Watch No. 16 Illinois at No. 19 Iowa: TV, Tip-Off Time, More

Jan 8, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Jake Davis (15) applauds his team’s performance during the first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Three Key Questions Ahead of Illinois-Iowa Big Ten Clash

Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz (14) talks to Iowa head coach Ben McCollum during a game against the UMass Lowell Riverhawks Dec. 29, 2025 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

First Look at Illinois Basketball's Game 16 Opponent: Iowa Hawkeyes

Illinois guard Jasmine Brown-Hagger (8) drives on a Maryand defender in the Illini's 73-70 win over the Terrapins on New Year's Day at the State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois.

How to Watch Illinois WBB vs. Penn State: TV, Tip-Off Time, More

Jan 8, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets the crowd before he first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball and Brad Underwood's Latest Challenge Is a Welcome One

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Dec 30, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema calls time out against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Signs Quarterback Maurice Smith Jr. – Or Did It?

Wisconsin offensive lineman Jake Renfro (57) provides pass protection during the second quarter of their game against Miami (Ohio) Thursday, August 28, 2025 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin.

Illinois Signs Wisconsin Transfer Center Jake Renfro to Stabilize Offensive Line

Sep 20, 2025; Greenville, North Carolina, USA; East Carolina Pirates quarterback Katin Houser (4) runs with the ball past Brigham Young Cougars safety Faletau Satuala (11) during the second half at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Illinois Signs East Carolina Quarterback Transfer Katin Houser – What It Means

Oct 16, 2025; Greenville, North Carolina, USA; East Carolina Pirates quarterback Katin Houser (4) rolls out of the pocket against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane during the first half at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Expert Predicts Illinois to Land Heralded Transfer Quarterback Katin Houser

Sep 27, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema gives players a hand after a 34-32 win against the Southern California Trojans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Offers Three FCS Transfers – How Do They Fit in?

Nov 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood walks to the court before the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood on the Power of Illinois Athletics' Success: 'Winning's Contagious'

Nov 1, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema before an NCAA game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Takes More Personnel Losses Through the Transfer Portal

Nov 23, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood during the first half against the Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Chasing Unexpected Target: Who is Emerging 2026 Wing Boyuan Zhang?

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Jun 1, 2024; Hamilton, Ontario, CAN; Adrien Dumont de Chassart hits his tee shot at the seventh hole during the third round of the RBC Canadian Open golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Former Illini Adrien Dumont de Chassart Wins Event With Record-Breaking Round

Mar 22, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Lucas Byrd of the Illinois Fighting Illini celebrates win against Drake Ayala of the Iowa Hawkeyes (not pictured) during the Division I Men's Wrestling Championship held at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Defending National Champ Lucas Byrd Will Return to Illinois for Senior Season

Jul 25, 2024; Blaine, Minnesota, USA; Nick Hardy hits his tee shot on the tenth hole during the first round of the 3M Open golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Former Illinois Golfer Nick Hardy Shoots Another Low Round to Close 3M Open

May 23, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Nick Hardy plays his shot from the ninth tee during the second round of the Charles Schwab Challenge golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Jim Cowsert-Imagn Images

Illinois Golf Alum Nick Hardy Fires Another Steady Round at 3M Open

Feb 25, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Shauna Green watches her team play the Iowa Hawkeyes during the second half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Illinois Women's Basketball Offers Dynamic Freshman Daughter of Former Illini

May 23, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Nick Hardy watches his shot from the ninth tee during the second round of the Charles Schwab Challenge golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Jim Cowsert-Imagn Images

Illinois Golf's Max Herendeen and Alum Nick Hardy Deliver in 3M Open First Round

North Fort Myers resident John Berg has collected putters, drivers and irons in Illinois, the Miami area, Lake Okeechobee and now North Fort Myers.

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Illinois Golf Rising Star Max Herendeen Set to Make PGA Tour Debut

Feb 25, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Shauna Green reacts against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the fourth quarter at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Illinois Women's Basketball Ranks as Top Academic Program in Big Ten

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