Brad Underwood agrees to new contract terms following Illinois' Final Four run
Illinois and coach Brad Underwood agreed to new terms on his six-year contract that runs through 2031-32.
Illinois and coach Brad Underwood agreed to new terms on his six-year contract that runs through 2031-32.
Illini star Keaton Wagler talks his meteoric rise to lottery pick status at NBA Combine
A year ago, Keaton Wagler considered redshirting to add more playing weight. Now, he's most certainly going to be a lottery pick in the NBA Draft. The Illinois' star talked about his rise at the NBA Combine.
A year ago, Keaton Wagler considered redshirting to add more playing weight. Now, he's most certainly going to be a lottery pick in the NBA Draft. The Illinois' star talked about his rise at the NBA Combine.
Will Andrej Stojakovic return to Illinois or stay in the 2026 NBA Draft? He discussed the decision
Andrej Stojakovic announced he'd be returning to Illinois. He also declared for the 2026 NBA Draft. He discussed the impending decision he has to make at the NBA Combine in Chicago.
Andrej Stojakovic announced he'd be returning to Illinois. He also declared for the 2026 NBA Draft. He discussed the impending decision he has to make at the NBA Combine in Chicago.
Andrej Stojakovic talks deciding to enter the NBA Draft vs. returning to Illini basketball
Illinois basketball's Andrej Stojakovic has a decision to make. The Illini guard entered the 2026 NBA Draft and will get feedback from scouts and evaluators. Then, he'll have to decide to stay in the draft or return to Champaign. He discussed his process on Wednesday.
Illinois basketball's Andrej Stojakovic has a decision to make. The Illini guard entered the 2026 NBA Draft and will get feedback from scouts and evaluators. Then, he'll have to decide to stay in the draft or return to Champaign. He discussed his process on Wednesday.
Illinois basketball: Illini agree to home-and-home with blue blood Duke
After a Final Four season, Illinois basketball is scheduling a fellow college basketball contender for the next two seasons.
After a Final Four season, Illinois basketball is scheduling a fellow college basketball contender for the next two seasons.
What went behind the NCAA Tournament expanding March Madness to 76 teams | ChicagoLIVE
One of the biggest college sports developments this year has been the NCAA Tournament expanding to 76 teams. FOX Chicago digital sports reporter Chris Kwiecinski explains what went into the expansion and what it means.
One of the biggest college sports developments this year has been the NCAA Tournament expanding to 76 teams. FOX Chicago digital sports reporter Chris Kwiecinski explains what went into the expansion and what it means.
March Madness will expand to 76 teams in 2027: Here's how the NCAA Tournament will work
The NCAA announced Thursday that it will expand its two March Madness tournaments by eight teams for a total of 76 teams each next season. Here's how it will work.
The NCAA announced Thursday that it will expand its two March Madness tournaments by eight teams for a total of 76 teams each next season. Here's how it will work.
Northwestern basketball: How the Wildcats look after massive transfer additions and departures
The early April weeks were harrowing for Northwestern basketball. However, the ‘Cats have reshaped their roster with a veteran look. Here's how NU looks after a wave of transfer portal additions.
The early April weeks were harrowing for Northwestern basketball. However, the ‘Cats have reshaped their roster with a veteran look. Here's how NU looks after a wave of transfer portal additions.
Catholic schools Notre Dame, Villanova to open hoops season in Rome with men's-women's doubleheader
Notre Dame and Villanova will play a men's and women's basketball doubleheader to open the season in Rome. The matchup was inspired by Pope Leo XIV.
Notre Dame and Villanova will play a men's and women's basketball doubleheader to open the season in Rome. The matchup was inspired by Pope Leo XIV.
Illinois basketball: Illini to return majority of its core, agent says
A handful of Illini basketball players who were critical to the team's Final Four run this season will return for the 2025-2026 season.
A handful of Illini basketball players who were critical to the team's Final Four run this season will return for the 2025-2026 season.
Illinois basketball: The latest on the Illini offseason, and what could come next
Here’s the latest on where Illinois basketball stands as the offseason begins, departures are coming clear and the transfer portal is coming into play.
Here’s the latest on where Illinois basketball stands as the offseason begins, departures are coming clear and the transfer portal is coming into play.
Michigan’s portal-powered lineup delivers championship in new era: Telander
Michigan captures the national title with a roster built through the transfer portal, underscoring how money, movement and experience are redefining college basketball.
Michigan captures the national title with a roster built through the transfer portal, underscoring how money, movement and experience are redefining college basketball.
Illini wheelchair basketball team makes Final Four run
The University of Illinois saw two basketball programs shine this season, with the men’s team and men's wheelchair team making a Final Four.
The University of Illinois saw two basketball programs shine this season, with the men’s team and men's wheelchair team making a Final Four.
Why the Illini will return to the Final 4 soon | Chicago Sports Tonight
Kendall Gill joined Tina Nguyen in studio to recap the Illini's tough Final 4 loss to UCONN on Saturday. What caused the Illini's cold shooting? Also, Kendall reflects on what the Illini returning to prominence means for him and other Illini alumni. Plus, how quickly can Brad Underwood get this program back to the Final 4?
Kendall Gill joined Tina Nguyen in studio to recap the Illini's tough Final 4 loss to UCONN on Saturday. What caused the Illini's cold shooting? Also, Kendall reflects on what the Illini returning to prominence means for him and other Illini alumni. Plus, how quickly can Brad Underwood get this program back to the Final 4?
Why the Illini will return to the Final 4 soon | Chicago Sports Tonight
Kendall Gill joined Tina Nguyen in studio to recap the Illini's tough Final 4 loss to UCONN on Saturday. What caused the Illini's cold shooting? Also, Kendall reflects on what the Illini returning to prominence means for him and other Illini alumni. Plus, how quickly can Brad Underwood get this program back to the Final 4?
Kendall Gill joined Tina Nguyen in studio to recap the Illini's tough Final 4 loss to UCONN on Saturday. What caused the Illini's cold shooting? Also, Kendall reflects on what the Illini returning to prominence means for him and other Illini alumni. Plus, how quickly can Brad Underwood get this program back to the Final 4?
Expert warns March Madness betting boom may be fueling hidden financial risks
As millions wager on college basketball, Boyce Watkins explains why the rise of sports betting—promoted by stars like LeBron James and Kevin Hart—could be more dangerous and addictive than it appears.
As millions wager on college basketball, Boyce Watkins explains why the rise of sports betting—promoted by stars like LeBron James and Kevin Hart—could be more dangerous and addictive than it appears.
UCLA storms past South Carolina to claim its 1st NCAA women’s basketball title
Gabriela Jaquez scored 21 points, Lauren Betts added 16 and UCLA routed South Carolina 79-51 Sunday to win its first NCAA championship in women’s basketball.
Gabriela Jaquez scored 21 points, Lauren Betts added 16 and UCLA routed South Carolina 79-51 Sunday to win its first NCAA championship in women’s basketball.
UConn 71, Illinois 62: Final score and recap from the Final Four
Follow along with us for live updates from Indianapolis as Illinois plays UConn in the Final Four.
Follow along with us for live updates from Indianapolis as Illinois plays UConn in the Final Four.
Final Four: How the Illini basketball defense evolved into a strength in March Madness
Illinois has arrived in its first Final Four in 21 years. The offense drives the vehicle, but defense has proven to be the oil that makes the engine work. Here's how that defense becamer a strength.
Illinois has arrived in its first Final Four in 21 years. The offense drives the vehicle, but defense has proven to be the oil that makes the engine work. Here's how that defense becamer a strength.
What we learned at the Final Four before Illinois basketball plays UConn
Here’s what we learned from the Final Four nearly 24 hours before the Illini played UConn for the right to play for a national title.
Here’s what we learned from the Final Four nearly 24 hours before the Illini played UConn for the right to play for a national title.



















