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Derik Queen’s Loyalty to Maryland Shines Despite Willard’s Departure: ‘Still Mad at You’
Maryland center Derik Queen quickly became one of college basketball’s most intriguing prospects during the 2024-25 season, ...
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Underwood in search of more roster additions
Illinois men’s basketball looks to finalize next season’s roster after an offseason that’s seen plenty of additions and ...
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Brad Underwood pleased about roster construction so far, gives update on Humrichous
It is a stark contrast to what the Illini went through last season. After their Elite Eight run in 2024, the Illini only returned two players (Rodgers and Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn). The Illini already have ...
Illinois Basketball 'In the Mix' for Elite Transfer Portal Prospect
The Illini are reportedly battling Kentucky and Louisville to land Jamir Watkins, a Florida State transfer who averaged 18.4 points last season ...
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Underwood dishes on portal at Kickin' Cancer event: 'It's nonstop'
Illinois men's basketball coach updates roster reconstruction at annual Coaches vs. Cancer event in Gordyville ...
Incoming Illinois Freshman Selected for High School All-American Game
Enter incoming freshman guard Brandon Lee, who could quietly be another uber-talented find by the Illinois coaching staff. Lee, a four-star prospect who is ranked the 16th-best shooting guard in the ...
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Illinois loses Kasparas Jakučionis and Will Riley as both freshmen declare for the draft
Two of Illinois’ best players declared for the NBA draft Monday. ESPN first reported that Illini freshman guard Kasparas Jakučionis, a projected lottery pick from Lithuania, will enter the draft. A ...
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Blending cultures has Illinois on cusp of second consecutive trip to Sweet 16
MILWAUKEE – Brad Underwood had to learn some new words this season. They had little to do with coaching. Basketball is a universal language now more than ever, a shared experience, binding ...