Column: The Elite Eight had top-tier talent in the Chicago Bulls' backyard. They saw it, right?
Michigan dominated the Elite Eight at the United Center to clinch a Final Four spot, and it was all in the Bulls' backyard. Hey, Arturas Karnisovas, you saw that, right?
Michigan dominated the Elite Eight at the United Center to clinch a Final Four spot, and it was all in the Bulls' backyard. Hey, Arturas Karnisovas, you saw that, right?
What to know about Illinois basketball in the Final Four: Game time, opponent and more
For the first time in 21 years, Illinois basketball is one of the four remaining teams. Here's how to watch the Illini against the Huskies in the Final Four.
For the first time in 21 years, Illinois basketball is one of the four remaining teams. Here's how to watch the Illini against the Huskies in the Final Four.
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.
Yaxel Lendeborg leads Michigan to the Final Four, as the Wolverines dominate Tennessee
Between Michigan and Tennessee, only one of the teams represented the conference that carries the slogan “It just means more.” Michigan beat that team by 33 to advance to the Final Four.
Between Michigan and Tennessee, only one of the teams represented the conference that carries the slogan “It just means more.” Michigan beat that team by 33 to advance 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.
Michigan's Nimari Burnett playing in his Chicago hometown for a spot in the Final Four
Nimari Burnett's basketball journey has taken him all over the country. Now, he's one win away from clinching a spot in the Final Four in his home town.
Nimari Burnett's basketball journey has taken him all over the country. Now, he's one win away from clinching a spot in the Final Four in his home town.
FINAL FOUR BOUND! Takeaways as Illinois basketball beats Iowa, advances to the Final Four
Here are our takeaways as the Illini are one of the Final Four teams remaining the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 21 years.
Here are our takeaways as the Illini are one of the Final Four teams remaining the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 21 years.
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.
A Michigan superstar, and an old ball coach: Top performers from the Sweet Sixteen at the United Center
Here are the players and coaches who stood out at the United Center in the Sweet Sixteen round of the NCAA Tournament.
Here are the players and coaches who stood out at the United Center in the Sweet Sixteen round of the NCAA Tournament.
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.
Houston, Illinois carry strong opening-weekend efficiency in March Madness into Sweet 16 collision
Kelvin Sampson wanted his Cougars simply to stick to what they do best. Brad Underwood hoped his Illini would “just let it rip." The two carry strong opening-weekend efficiency into the Sweet 16.
Kelvin Sampson wanted his Cougars simply to stick to what they do best. Brad Underwood hoped his Illini would “just let it rip." The two carry strong opening-weekend efficiency into the Sweet 16.
Why the Illini need to fight like Mike Tyson vs. Houston | Chicago Sports Tonight
Former Illini great Kendall Gill joined Tina to preview Illinois' huge Sweet 16 matchup against Houston on Thursday. Kendall gives the keys to an Illini victory and why his former team needs to 'fight like Mike Tyson' against a physical, aggressive Houston defense. Plus, does Kendall believe Billy Donovan comes back next year and is Donovan the right man to lead the Bulls into the future?
Former Illini great Kendall Gill joined Tina to preview Illinois' huge Sweet 16 matchup against Houston on Thursday. Kendall gives the keys to an Illini victory and why his former team needs to 'fight like Mike Tyson' against a physical, aggressive Houston defense. Plus, does Kendall believe Billy Donovan comes back next year and is Donovan the right man to lead the Bulls into the future?
Which Big Ten team has the toughest path to the Final 4 | Chicago Sports Tonight
Illini basketball legend Deon Thomas and Fox Sports broadcaster Connor Onion joined Tina Nguyen on a jam-packed CST. The panel previews a huge slate of Sweet 16 matchups this week, including #3 seed Illinois heading down to Texas to take on the #2 seed Houston Cougars in the South Regional. Also, with 6 teams representing the conference in the Sweet 16, will a Big Ten team finally end the National Title drought? It's been 26 years since Tom Izzo's Spartans cut down the nets. Plus, Tina goes 1-on-1 with Illini freshman phenom Keaton Wagler.
Illini basketball legend Deon Thomas and Fox Sports broadcaster Connor Onion joined Tina Nguyen on a jam-packed CST. The panel previews a huge slate of Sweet 16 matchups this week, including #3 seed Illinois heading down to Texas to take on the #2 seed Houston Cougars in the South Regional. Also, with 6 teams representing the conference in the Sweet 16, will a Big Ten team finally end the National Title drought? It's been 26 years since Tom Izzo's Spartans cut down the nets. Plus, Tina goes 1-on-1 with Illini freshman phenom Keaton Wagler.
Big Ten Network's Mike Hall breaks down Big Ten Sweet 16 matchups | Chicago Sports Tonight
Big Ten Network's Mike Hall joins Tina Nguyen to preview all six Big Ten teams that are still alive in the Big Dance. They discuss the 3-team South Region Sweet 16, if Michigan State can get out of the East Region, how Purdue's seniors are leading the way. Plus, does Michigan have the easiest path to the Final Four and will the Big Ten break the quarter-century drought of not winning a Men's basketball National Championship?
Big Ten Network's Mike Hall joins Tina Nguyen to preview all six Big Ten teams that are still alive in the Big Dance. They discuss the 3-team South Region Sweet 16, if Michigan State can get out of the East Region, how Purdue's seniors are leading the way. Plus, does Michigan have the easiest path to the Final Four and will the Big Ten break the quarter-century drought of not winning a Men's basketball National Championship?
Wagler: "My phone lost service when Brad Underwood offered me a scholarship" | Chicago Sports Tonight
Tina Nguyen went 1-on-1 with Illini freshman phenom Keaton Wagler. Wagler talked about their big matchup with Houston on Thursday, and how they'll deal with the Cougars' physicality in a road environment. Wagler also chatted with Tina about the amazing ride he's been on this season, going from a relatively unknown 3-star recruit to Big Ten Freshman of the Year and Second-Team All-American. Plus, Wagler told the funny story of what happened when Brad Underwood offered him a scholarship to Illinois.
Tina Nguyen went 1-on-1 with Illini freshman phenom Keaton Wagler. Wagler talked about their big matchup with Houston on Thursday, and how they'll deal with the Cougars' physicality in a road environment. Wagler also chatted with Tina about the amazing ride he's been on this season, going from a relatively unknown 3-star recruit to Big Ten Freshman of the Year and Second-Team All-American. Plus, Wagler told the funny story of what happened when Brad Underwood offered him a scholarship to Illinois.
March Madness may cost employers more than $12 billion in lost productivity, according to new report
March Madness may cost employers over $12 billion in lost productivity, with millions of workers distracted or taking time off, according to a recent report from employment firm, Challenger, Gray and Christmas.
March Madness may cost employers over $12 billion in lost productivity, with millions of workers distracted or taking time off, according to a recent report from employment firm, Challenger, Gray and Christmas.
Think your bracket is safe? March Madness says otherwise | ChicagoNOW
From a “First Four” run to stunning No. 1 seed exits, the madness is real! We’re breaking down the chaos and which teams could be in trouble next.
From a “First Four” run to stunning No. 1 seed exits, the madness is real! We’re breaking down the chaos and which teams could be in trouble next.
It was Andrej's night: Takeaways as Illinois basketball downs VCU to advance to the Sweet 16
Oh, how sweet it is. Here are some takeaways from Illinois’ Round of 32 win over VCU, advancing the Illini to the Sweet 16 in the NCAA Tournament.
Oh, how sweet it is. Here are some takeaways from Illinois’ Round of 32 win over VCU, advancing the Illini to the Sweet 16 in the NCAA Tournament.