The end of Coleman Hawkins' college career didn't go as anyone had hoped – including Hawkins. But he's already writing a better script at the start of his professional journey. Generally a beloved ...

The Illini have had their share of talent during Underwood's tenure, but fit matters, too. Here's the dream lineup.

Okay, yes. It's only the Summer League. But in the spirit of preseason overreactions, we're going to entertain the Coleman Hawkins Warriors hype. And with that ...

Want to keep tabs on former Illinois hoopers now showing out in the pros? Here's a quick viewer's guide for following along.

Underwood on Illini offseason: 'I think we've made some significant improvements in the weight room" ...

Keep an eye on six former Illini: Kasparas Jakucionis and Dain Dainja (Miami Heat), Coleman Hawkins (Golden State Warriors), ...

Mar 23, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the second half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament against the Kentucky Wildcats at Fiserv ...

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Despite being listed as 'available', Jakucionis was a DNP in the Heat's summer league contest on Monday. Was he benched due to his poor play?

Brad Underwood has Illinois men’s basketball in a good place this holiday season: sold-out crowds on a consistent basis at State Farm Center in Champaign, beating rivals right before Christmas (hello, ...

This list isn’t about potential - it's a celebration of the most impressive high school quarterbacks heading into the 2025 ...