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.
‘The Cinderella Nun’ explores the life behind Sister Jean’s March Madness fame
A new documentary takes a deeper look at Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, going beyond her NCAA March Madness spotlight to reveal the life, faith and impact behind the Loyola Chicago icon.
A new documentary takes a deeper look at Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, going beyond her NCAA March Madness spotlight to reveal the life, faith and impact behind the Loyola Chicago icon.
Fighting Illini brace for massive Final Four matchup against UConn
Mark Carman from CHGO Sports breaks down how the Illini stack up in their rematch against the UConn Huskies.
Mark Carman from CHGO Sports breaks down how the Illini stack up in their rematch against the UConn Huskies.
Keaton Wagler leads deep group of talented freshmen still putting their imprint on March Madness
Keaton Wagler is not in Kansas anymore. He's two wins away from capturing a national championship — just like the other young guns in Indy even if his script hasn't exactly been by the book.
Keaton Wagler is not in Kansas anymore. He's two wins away from capturing a national championship — just like the other young guns in Indy even if his script hasn't exactly been by the book.
Illinois basketball and UConn have recent history: Here's why the Final Four won't be the same
Here's why the latest Illini vs. UConn game won't have the same outcome in Indianapolis compared to the last two showdowns this season and in 2024.
Here's why the latest Illini vs. UConn game won't have the same outcome in Indianapolis compared to the last two showdowns this season and in 2024.
Michigan's Elliot Cadeau gets medical attention before traveling to Final Four
Michigan point guard Elliot Cadeau received medical attention while his teammates were flying to Indianapolis for the Final Four.
Michigan point guard Elliot Cadeau received medical attention while his teammates were flying to Indianapolis for the Final Four.
Brad Underwood waited 26 years for a Division I job. Now in Year 39, he has Illinois in Final Four
In the place he always wanted to be, Underwood has the Fighting Illini in the Final Four for the first time since 2005, trying to bring home a first national title.
In the place he always wanted to be, Underwood has the Fighting Illini in the Final Four for the first time since 2005, trying to bring home a first national title.
Illinois faces more than UConn — Hurley’s volatility is part of the test: Telander
A stunning UConn comeback sets up a Final Four clash with Illinois, but all eyes are on Dan Hurley’s volatile sideline behavior and how it could impact the game.
A stunning UConn comeback sets up a Final Four clash with Illinois, but all eyes are on Dan Hurley’s volatile sideline behavior and how it could impact the game.
Mullins Madness! Freshman's 35-footer gives UConn a 73-72 win over Duke and a Final Four spot
Braylon Mullins sank a desperation 3-pointer with 0.4 seconds left to give UConn an astonishing 73-72 victory over top-seeded Duke to claim the last FInal Four spot.
Braylon Mullins sank a desperation 3-pointer with 0.4 seconds left to give UConn an astonishing 73-72 victory over top-seeded Duke to claim the last FInal Four spot.
Hannah Hidalgo's magical March for Notre Dame comes to an end, but leaves her wanting more
Hannah Hidalgo made a little March Madness history and went deeper in the NCAA Tournament. Now, she looks forward to her final season and getting Notre Dame back to the Final Four.
Hannah Hidalgo made a little March Madness history and went deeper in the NCAA Tournament. Now, she looks forward to her final season and getting Notre Dame back to the Final Four.
Illinois basketball can finally rewrite the record books: the Illini are back in the Final Four
Dee Brown, Deron Williams, Kendall Gill, Nick Anderson and more, you can rest easy. Another Illini squad carried your torch. Illinois basketball can finally re-write the record books with a team that earned it.
Dee Brown, Deron Williams, Kendall Gill, Nick Anderson and more, you can rest easy. Another Illini squad carried your torch. Illinois basketball can finally re-write the record books with a team that earned it.
Malfunctioning buzzer delays Illinois basketball in the Elite Eight vs. Iowa
A malfunctioning buzzer halted the Illinois vs. Iowa Elite Eight game in Houston, delaying the game for over 10 minutes.
A malfunctioning buzzer halted the Illinois vs. Iowa Elite Eight game in Houston, delaying the game for over 10 minutes.
Big Ten has 4 teams in the NCAA regional finals, seizing the March Madness spotlight from the SEC
No other league has more than one team in this weekend's regional finals than the Big Ten. The results continue to back that up.
No other league has more than one team in this weekend's regional finals than the Big Ten. The results continue to back that up.
ELITE ILLINI: Takeaways as Illinois basketball beats Houston to advance to the Elite Eight
Illinois is Elite once again. Here’s what we saw as the Illini downed Houston to advance to the Elite Eight, where a Big Ten foe awaits.
Illinois is Elite once again. Here’s what we saw as the Illini downed Houston to advance to the Elite Eight, where a Big Ten foe awaits.
Northwestern hires Carla Berube as next women's basketball coach
Northwestern has hired one of the most sought-after coaching candidates in this current cycle its next women's basketball coach
Northwestern has hired one of the most sought-after coaching candidates in this current cycle its next women's basketball coach