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.
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.
What this Final 4 run means to Illini nation | Fox Chicago Sports
Former Illini forward Roger Powell joined Tina in studio for Chicago Sports Tonight. Powell took a trip down memory lane as a member of the legendary 2005 Illini team and explained what this year's Final 4 run means to Illini nation.
Former Illini forward Roger Powell joined Tina in studio for Chicago Sports Tonight. Powell took a trip down memory lane as a member of the legendary 2005 Illini team and explained what this year's Final 4 run means to Illini nation.
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.
Champaign Toast - Why the Illini can cut down the nets in Indianapolis | Chicago Sports Tonight
Former Illini great Kendall Gill joined Tina in studio to preview the Illinois/UCONN Final 4 matchup on Saturday. Kendall explains why he believes the Illini are the favorites to advance to the National Title game, whether this is Brad Underwood's most talented roster and as a former Illini, what this Final 4 run has meant to him.
Former Illini great Kendall Gill joined Tina in studio to preview the Illinois/UCONN Final 4 matchup on Saturday. Kendall explains why he believes the Illini are the favorites to advance to the National Title game, whether this is Brad Underwood's most talented roster and as a former Illini, what this Final 4 run has meant to him.
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.
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.
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.
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.
How to watch Illinois basketball in the Sweet 16: Who the Illini play and when
Here's how to watch the Illini against the Cougars, as Illinois basketball eyes a spot in the Elite Eight.
Here's how to watch the Illini against the Cougars, as Illinois basketball eyes a spot in the Elite Eight.
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?
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.
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.
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
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