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Not a minute later, Ben forces a travel here by once again moving his feet and playing vertically without fouling. Maybe a little too much help off the strong side corner, but it's against a freshman who came in having made 0 career three pointers, and great discipline to not bite on the shot fake
November 21, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Not a minute later, Ben forces a travel here by once again moving his feet and playing vertically without fouling. Maybe a little too much help off the strong side corner, but it's against a freshman who came in having made 0 career three pointers, and great discipline to not bite on the shot fake
Ben stops the ball in transition here, moves his feet, and defends without fouling. Probably forced a travel here too that wasn't called, but he has the wherewithal to alter the shot and tip it back out to Boswell to start the break
November 21, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Ben stops the ball in transition here, moves his feet, and defends without fouling. Probably forced a travel here too that wasn't called, but he has the wherewithal to alter the shot and tip it back out to Boswell to start the break
Awesome individual defensive possession here, keeping his man in front of him and then providing help off the spin move to alter the shot and collect the rebound
November 21, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Awesome individual defensive possession here, keeping his man in front of him and then providing help off the spin move to alter the shot and collect the rebound
I thought Ben Humrichous did so many good things defensively in the 1H for the #illini against Alabama.
Starting here with a chase down block - so much more athleticism than he displayed last year, and the effort in transition not only saves a bucket but leads to a run-out Andrej Stojakovic dunk.
Starting here with a chase down block - so much more athleticism than he displayed last year, and the effort in transition not only saves a bucket but leads to a run-out Andrej Stojakovic dunk.
November 21, 2025 at 9:56 PM
I thought Ben Humrichous did so many good things defensively in the 1H for the #illini against Alabama.
Starting here with a chase down block - so much more athleticism than he displayed last year, and the effort in transition not only saves a bucket but leads to a run-out Andrej Stojakovic dunk.
Starting here with a chase down block - so much more athleticism than he displayed last year, and the effort in transition not only saves a bucket but leads to a run-out Andrej Stojakovic dunk.
November 19, 2025 at 11:27 PM
If you told me Texas Tech wouldn’t attempt a free throw in the first half, I’d tell you you are out your damn mind. Early returns on Crocker… are positive! #illini
November 12, 2025 at 2:42 AM
If you told me Texas Tech wouldn’t attempt a free throw in the first half, I’d tell you you are out your damn mind. Early returns on Crocker… are positive! #illini
Vegas likes Illinois tomorrow…
November 10, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Vegas likes Illinois tomorrow…
🚨 KENPOM PRESEASON 🚨
Illinois ranks #6 in @kenpom.com’s pre-season rankings, 2nd in the Big Ten behind only Purdue. Projected 14-6 finish in the Big Ten as well
Illinois ranks #6 in @kenpom.com’s pre-season rankings, 2nd in the Big Ten behind only Purdue. Projected 14-6 finish in the Big Ten as well
October 12, 2025 at 12:48 PM
🚨 KENPOM PRESEASON 🚨
Illinois ranks #6 in @kenpom.com’s pre-season rankings, 2nd in the Big Ten behind only Purdue. Projected 14-6 finish in the Big Ten as well
Illinois ranks #6 in @kenpom.com’s pre-season rankings, 2nd in the Big Ten behind only Purdue. Projected 14-6 finish in the Big Ten as well
Only 1️⃣3️⃣ days until we get to see Illinois basketball in action against Illinois St. in an exhibition match — then an absolutely loaded slate awaits us this winter. Almost that time…
October 7, 2025 at 2:58 AM
Only 1️⃣3️⃣ days until we get to see Illinois basketball in action against Illinois St. in an exhibition match — then an absolutely loaded slate awaits us this winter. Almost that time…
Illinois officially announces its non-conference schedule. No major surprises beyond what we already knew, but a very strong set of 5 games:
- Texas Tech
- Alabama
- UConn
- Tennessee
- Missouri
- Texas Tech
- Alabama
- UConn
- Tennessee
- Missouri
August 19, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Illinois officially announces its non-conference schedule. No major surprises beyond what we already knew, but a very strong set of 5 games:
- Texas Tech
- Alabama
- UConn
- Tennessee
- Missouri
- Texas Tech
- Alabama
- UConn
- Tennessee
- Missouri
Illinois has never had a one-and-done. That will change tonight with 2 first round draft picks. Good luck to Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley tonight! Make us proud 🧡💙
June 25, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Illinois has never had a one-and-done. That will change tonight with 2 first round draft picks. Good luck to Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley tonight! Make us proud 🧡💙
BIG news today — Brad Underwood’s contract was extended through the 2030-31 season. (Bret Bielema also got a contract extension).
TBD is whether Brad’s extension comes with a track suit and free flights to Serbia 😉
TBD is whether Brad’s extension comes with a track suit and free flights to Serbia 😉
May 14, 2025 at 3:51 AM
BIG news today — Brad Underwood’s contract was extended through the 2030-31 season. (Bret Bielema also got a contract extension).
TBD is whether Brad’s extension comes with a track suit and free flights to Serbia 😉
TBD is whether Brad’s extension comes with a track suit and free flights to Serbia 😉
While we still know very little about the 2025-26 non-conference slate, @illinimbb.bsky.social put this graphic up on X — November 19th game against Alabama at the United Center (return game for our trip to Birmingham last year).
May 9, 2025 at 4:19 PM
While we still know very little about the 2025-26 non-conference slate, @illinimbb.bsky.social put this graphic up on X — November 19th game against Alabama at the United Center (return game for our trip to Birmingham last year).
🚨 COMMIT ALERT 🚨
Illinois adds incoming freshman guard Blake Fagbemi from Benet Academy. The 6-1 guard previously committed to D-2 Truman State. Likely a deeper bench piece for the #illini, but this makes 14 filled roster spots
Illinois adds incoming freshman guard Blake Fagbemi from Benet Academy. The 6-1 guard previously committed to D-2 Truman State. Likely a deeper bench piece for the #illini, but this makes 14 filled roster spots
May 8, 2025 at 11:08 AM
🚨 COMMIT ALERT 🚨
Illinois adds incoming freshman guard Blake Fagbemi from Benet Academy. The 6-1 guard previously committed to D-2 Truman State. Likely a deeper bench piece for the #illini, but this makes 14 filled roster spots
Illinois adds incoming freshman guard Blake Fagbemi from Benet Academy. The 6-1 guard previously committed to D-2 Truman State. Likely a deeper bench piece for the #illini, but this makes 14 filled roster spots
Illinois released it’s 2025-26 home/away B1G opponents today:
April 29, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Illinois released it’s 2025-26 home/away B1G opponents today:
With the Stojakovic addition, I spy a top 15 team on Bart Torvik 👀
April 28, 2025 at 9:06 PM
With the Stojakovic addition, I spy a top 15 team on Bart Torvik 👀
Even Brad is leaning into the bit 😂
April 28, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Even Brad is leaning into the bit 😂
Say hello to the newest #illini!
Andrej Stojakovic commits to Illinois! HUGE pick-up for Brad Underwood. Cal transfer wing could be our best scorer and provides tremendous length and upside. I-L-L!
Andrej Stojakovic commits to Illinois! HUGE pick-up for Brad Underwood. Cal transfer wing could be our best scorer and provides tremendous length and upside. I-L-L!
April 28, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Say hello to the newest #illini!
Andrej Stojakovic commits to Illinois! HUGE pick-up for Brad Underwood. Cal transfer wing could be our best scorer and provides tremendous length and upside. I-L-L!
Andrej Stojakovic commits to Illinois! HUGE pick-up for Brad Underwood. Cal transfer wing could be our best scorer and provides tremendous length and upside. I-L-L!
Andrej Stojakovic has this entire fanbase on a string right now
April 27, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Andrej Stojakovic has this entire fanbase on a string right now
#illini Target: Jamir Watkins
Would be in his 5th year of college basketball if he returns to school. Started his career at VCU and averaged 18.4 points for FSU last season. Not the best shooter, but can use his size to his advantage and is a plus rebounder on the wing. Expect plenty of bidders.
Would be in his 5th year of college basketball if he returns to school. Started his career at VCU and averaged 18.4 points for FSU last season. Not the best shooter, but can use his size to his advantage and is a plus rebounder on the wing. Expect plenty of bidders.
April 19, 2025 at 6:52 PM
#illini Target: Jamir Watkins
Would be in his 5th year of college basketball if he returns to school. Started his career at VCU and averaged 18.4 points for FSU last season. Not the best shooter, but can use his size to his advantage and is a plus rebounder on the wing. Expect plenty of bidders.
Would be in his 5th year of college basketball if he returns to school. Started his career at VCU and averaged 18.4 points for FSU last season. Not the best shooter, but can use his size to his advantage and is a plus rebounder on the wing. Expect plenty of bidders.
#illini Target: Andrej Stojakovic
6-7 skilled wing transferring from California where he averaged 17.9 points and 4.7 rebounds as a sophomore. Skilled playmaker who could be our primary option on the wing and potential leading scorer. Huge priority, but I imagine there’s going to be a lot of demand
6-7 skilled wing transferring from California where he averaged 17.9 points and 4.7 rebounds as a sophomore. Skilled playmaker who could be our primary option on the wing and potential leading scorer. Huge priority, but I imagine there’s going to be a lot of demand
April 19, 2025 at 6:49 PM
#illini Target: Andrej Stojakovic
6-7 skilled wing transferring from California where he averaged 17.9 points and 4.7 rebounds as a sophomore. Skilled playmaker who could be our primary option on the wing and potential leading scorer. Huge priority, but I imagine there’s going to be a lot of demand
6-7 skilled wing transferring from California where he averaged 17.9 points and 4.7 rebounds as a sophomore. Skilled playmaker who could be our primary option on the wing and potential leading scorer. Huge priority, but I imagine there’s going to be a lot of demand
#illini Target: Adam Miller
Transferred from Illinois after his freshman season, and spent the last 2 seasons at Arizona St. Shot 43% from three last year on 133 attempts (well above his career average). He’d be an experienced backcourt piece who can defend at a very high level.
Transferred from Illinois after his freshman season, and spent the last 2 seasons at Arizona St. Shot 43% from three last year on 133 attempts (well above his career average). He’d be an experienced backcourt piece who can defend at a very high level.
April 19, 2025 at 6:45 PM
#illini Target: Adam Miller
Transferred from Illinois after his freshman season, and spent the last 2 seasons at Arizona St. Shot 43% from three last year on 133 attempts (well above his career average). He’d be an experienced backcourt piece who can defend at a very high level.
Transferred from Illinois after his freshman season, and spent the last 2 seasons at Arizona St. Shot 43% from three last year on 133 attempts (well above his career average). He’d be an experienced backcourt piece who can defend at a very high level.