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Jackson Langendorf
Joined: Oct 21, 2024
Primarily covers Illinois football and basketball, and Kansas basketball, with an emphasis on analysis, features and recruiting. Langendorf, a third-generation University of Illinois alum, has been watching Illini basketball and football for as long as he can remember. An advertising student and journalism devotee, he has been writing for On SI since October 2024. He can be followed and reached on X @jglangendorf.
![Jan 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Mick Cronin reacts to a play during the first half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images Jan 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Mick Cronin reacts to a play during the first half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3460,h_1946,x_0,y_148/c_fill,w_1080,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/illini_now/01jkxk2n5c4pbaj46hj9.jpg)
![Feb 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kasparas Jakucionis (32) drives the ball against UCLA Bruins guard Skyy Clark (55) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images Feb 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kasparas Jakucionis (32) drives the ball against UCLA Bruins guard Skyy Clark (55) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4240,h_2385,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_1080,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/illini_now/01jkxdsstnv8xj64hbqe.jpg)
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3 Key Numbers From Illinois Basketball's Win Over UCLA
![Feb 8, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) shoots as Minnesota Golden Gophers guard Brennan Rigsby (24) defends during the second half at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images Feb 8, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) shoots as Minnesota Golden Gophers guard Brennan Rigsby (24) defends during the second half at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3240,h_1822,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_1080,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/illini_now/01jkrvpzk0krym2gfj4j.jpg)
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3 Big Questions for Illinois Basketball vs. UCLA
![Jan 10, 2025; College Park, Maryland, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Skyy Clark (55) looks to pass the ball during the second half against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images Jan 10, 2025; College Park, Maryland, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Skyy Clark (55) looks to pass the ball during the second half against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6357,h_3575,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_1080,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/illini_now/01jkrpf840j1kpak03ws.jpg)
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3 Key Numbers From Illinois Basketball's Win Over Ohio State
A team effort in the scoring column and on the glass helped the Illini prevail against the Buckeyes
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The Illini have more to answer for than usual as they meet a Buckeyes' team on a three-game heater
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How to Watch: Illinois Basketball vs. Ohio State (Game 22)
The Illini picked a tough time to try to get back on track, with a scorching-hot Buckeyes squad up next