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.
Michigan rolls with win over Saint Louis, punching ticket to Sweet 16 in Chicago
Yaxel Lendeborg punctuated his 25-point outing with a massive dunk in transition, and the Midwest Region's top-seeded Michigan advanced to the Sweet 16 in Chicago.
Yaxel Lendeborg punctuated his 25-point outing with a massive dunk in transition, and the Midwest Region's top-seeded Michigan advanced to the Sweet 16 in Chicago.
March Madness betting risks: WSJ columnist Eli Thompson on impact for young people | ChicagoLIVE
Wall Street Journal columnist and college student Eli Thompson joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss how sports betting is impacting young people, especially during March Madness. He explains why the issue is growing, the financial and social toll it can take, and why more awareness is needed.
Wall Street Journal columnist and college student Eli Thompson joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss how sports betting is impacting young people, especially during March Madness. He explains why the issue is growing, the financial and social toll it can take, and why more awareness is needed.
Takeaways as Illinois basketball dominates Penn to open the NCAA Tournament
Here are our takeaways from Illinois basketball's dominant win over Penn to open the NCAA
Here are our takeaways from Illinois basketball's dominant win over Penn to open the NCAA
Fred Hoiberg makes history: Ex-Bulls coach leads Nebraska to its first NCAA Tournament win
Finally, Nebraska has a happy March Madness memory. Fred Hoiberg, the former Bulls coach, delivered the Huskers their first-ever NCAA Tournament win.
Finally, Nebraska has a happy March Madness memory. Fred Hoiberg, the former Bulls coach, delivered the Huskers their first-ever NCAA Tournament win.
March Madness: Chase Johnston hadn't made a 2-pointer all year. His layup lifts High Point over Wisconsin
Chase Johnston converted an easy layup - his first 2-point basket of the season - to lift High Point over No. 5 seed Wisconsin for the first major upset of the NCAA Tournament.
Chase Johnston converted an easy layup - his first 2-point basket of the season - to lift High Point over No. 5 seed Wisconsin for the first major upset of the NCAA Tournament.
AI meets March Madness as new tool aims to improve bracket picks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Professor Sheldon Jacobson explains how artificial intelligence can analyze probabilities and help fans make smarter bracket decisions in one of sports’ most unpredictable tournaments.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Professor Sheldon Jacobson explains how artificial intelligence can analyze probabilities and help fans make smarter bracket decisions in one of sports’ most unpredictable tournaments.
Are the Illini primed to make a run in March Madness? | Chicago Sports Tonight
Cassie Carlson checks in with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner ahead of Illinois' first round game against Penn in the NCAA Tournament. How will freshman Keaton Wagler handle the pressure in March and can Brad Underwood's Illini advance past Houston in the Sweet 16
Cassie Carlson checks in with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner ahead of Illinois' first round game against Penn in the NCAA Tournament. How will freshman Keaton Wagler handle the pressure in March and can Brad Underwood's Illini advance past Houston in the Sweet 16
Penn players represent Chicago as they prepare to take on Illini | Chicago Sports Tonight
Cassie Carlson catches up with Penn Basketball's AJ Levine and Dalton Scantlebury. Two Penn players from the Chicagoland area who are feeling confident ahead of their first-round matchup against Illinois.
Cassie Carlson catches up with Penn Basketball's AJ Levine and Dalton Scantlebury. Two Penn players from the Chicagoland area who are feeling confident ahead of their first-round matchup against Illinois.
Why the Illini's lack of identity is their biggest obstacle | Chicago Sports Tonight
Fox Sports Bracketologist Mike DeCourcy joined Cassie Carlson on CST. Mike explained why a lack of identity is the Illini's biggest obstacle, which teams he believes are dark horses to reach the Sweet 16 and if the NIL era will prevent massive upsets in the NCAA Tournament.
Fox Sports Bracketologist Mike DeCourcy joined Cassie Carlson on CST. Mike explained why a lack of identity is the Illini's biggest obstacle, which teams he believes are dark horses to reach the Sweet 16 and if the NIL era will prevent massive upsets in the NCAA Tournament.
March Madness: Why Illinois basketball can – and can’t – make the Final Four
Here are reasons why Illinois basketball can – and can’t – make the Final Four in Indianapolis.
Here are reasons why Illinois basketball can – and can’t – make the Final Four in Indianapolis.
Alabama basketball star Aden Holloway arrested on marijuana charge days before NCAA Tourney
Aden Holloway was arrested after agents searched a residence near the University of Alabama’s campus and retrieved more than a pound of marijuana, paraphernalia, and money, according to authorities.
Aden Holloway was arrested after agents searched a residence near the University of Alabama’s campus and retrieved more than a pound of marijuana, paraphernalia, and money, according to authorities.
Joy, Braden Smith, Olivier Rioux & what I want to see in March Madness | Telander
Every March, FOX Chicago columnist Rick Telander says to himself: Rick, you don’t need this. You’ve watched it a thousand times. There’s always mayhem. But there are still things Rick wants to see this March.
Every March, FOX Chicago columnist Rick Telander says to himself: Rick, you don’t need this. You’ve watched it a thousand times. There’s always mayhem. But there are still things Rick wants to see this March.
Why the Illini are primed for a tournament run | Dee Brown joins Chicago Sports Tonight
Illini legend Dee Brown joined Cassie Carlson and Tina Nguyen in studio to talk March Madness. Dee remembers his 2005 Illini team that went to the Final 4 and what a magical ride it was. Dee also talks about his pride being a former Illini player, the opportunity that is in front of this year's team and why he feels the 2025-26 Illini are primed for a deep tournament run.
Illini legend Dee Brown joined Cassie Carlson and Tina Nguyen in studio to talk March Madness. Dee remembers his 2005 Illini team that went to the Final 4 and what a magical ride it was. Dee also talks about his pride being a former Illini player, the opportunity that is in front of this year's team and why he feels the 2025-26 Illini are primed for a deep tournament run.
Upsets, Final Four picks & region breakdowns for the NCAA Tournament Field of 68
The brackets are officially set. Tina and Chris break down the NCAA Tournament Field of 68, including their Final Four picks and upsets to watch out for.
The brackets are officially set. Tina and Chris break down the NCAA Tournament Field of 68, including their Final Four picks and upsets to watch out for.
March Madness 2026: How to watch the NCAA Tournament
Teams have punched their ticket to college basketball's biggest tournament of the year and here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the games and the full schedule.
Teams have punched their ticket to college basketball's biggest tournament of the year and here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the games and the full schedule.