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Keaton Wagler struggles in NBA Summer League Debut
LAS VEGAS — It was a highly anticipated evening for both Illini and L.A. Clippers fans alike, as Keaton Wagler, the fifth-overall pick in the NBA Draft, was getting ready to make his Summer League debut. Unfortunately for all parties involved, it was tough sledding for the former All-American guard out of Illinois, as he […]
Morez Johnson Jr. dominates in NBA Summer League debut
Former Illinois big man Morez Johnson Jr. dominated in his NBA Summer League debut on Thursday night. Johnson Jr. finished with 27 points and eight rebounds, shooting an impressive 12-for-17 from the field in 32 minutes. The Mavericks fell to the Warriors, who were led by Johnson’s former Michigan teammate Yaxel Lendeborg. Lendeborg and Johnson […]
Illinois’ non-conference schedule is almost complete
During this episode of Oskee Talk I discuss men’s basketball season tickets selling out (3:56), a new home for Mihailo Petrovic (10:20) and the Illini’s newest non-conference additions (11:52). I also look back on how things have changed since Illinois’ last hoops matchup with Winthrop (15:46) and break down the way too early men’s Top […]
Ranking every Big Ten head basketball coach!
Illini Isaac is joined by Robby Nardini of TCR to break down recent Illini sports news and rank all 18 of the Big Ten head basketball coaches! Check out State Farm Agent Brian Hanson for a home, auto, business, and life insurance needs quote today: https://gtlk.link/5zlx5Emx
Former Illinois star Gabe Jacas remains unsigned with Patriots
When the New England Patriots traded up in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, they were confident in their selection. The team was fresh off a Super Bowl defeat to the Seahawks and was looking to fill a big gap on the defensive edge. So, they selected none other than the Illini’s star […]
Illini Timberwolves with Canis Hoopus!
Illini Isaac is joined by Ryan Eichten of Canis Hoopus (Minnesota Timberwolves’ SB Nation site) to break down Ayo Dosunmu’s new contract with the Timberwolves and Terrence Shannon Jr’s role in his first two NBA seasons with Minnesota. Check out State Farm Agent Brian Hanson for a home, auto, business, and life insurance needs quote […]
Illinois adds non-conference game against Penn
It’s March Madness in November. Illinois will host Penn on Nov. 5 as part of its non-conference schedule. Illinois is a perfect 7-0 against Penn all-time. The two programs most recently squared off in the Round of 64 this past March. The Illini cruised to a comfortable win, 105-70, behind 29 points from David Mirković. […]
Ben Humrichous shows out in Nets’ first two Summer League games
In his two-year stint as an Illini, forward Ben Humrichous was particularly impressive at one thing above all: knocking down the triple. And after upping his physicality last season for Illinois, becoming a weapon on the boards and brick wall on defense, the Brooklyn Nets signed him to an Exhibit-10 contract to give him a […]
Stefan Vaaks continues to impress for Estonia
Current Illini and member of the Estonia Men’s National Team, Stefan Vaaks, had a strong showing against Slovenia in the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers. Check out State Farm Agent Brian Hanson for a home, auto, business, and life insurance needs quote today: https://gtlk.link/5zlx5Emx
How does Illinois stack up with North Carolina?
Illini Isaac, Robby Nardini, and Greg Terry of The Champaign Room break down the recently announced matchup between Illinois and North Carolina that will take place January 30, 2027. Check out State Farm Agent Brian Hanson for a home, auto, business, and life insurance needs quote today: https://gtlk.link/5zlx5Emx
Former Illini Mihailo Petrovic has new home
Nearly three months after hitting the transfer portal, former Illinois guard Mihailo Petrovic has a new home. DraftExpress reported Sunday that Petrovic has committed to Seton Hall for the 2026-27 season. Petrovic played in 19 games for the Illini this past season and ultimately saw his minutes shrink as the season progressed. The 23-year-old Serbian […]
Jakucionis delivers in FIBA debut for Lithuania
KJ is poised for a breakout second season in the NBA. The former Illini guard, who will now be playing with the Bucks in Milwaukee, is spending part of his summer with the Lithuanian national team competing for the FIBA World Cup. In a qualifier this week against Great Britain, Jakucionis scored 16 points, grabbed […]
Who is Illinois’ Biggest Rival? Ranking the Illini’s biggest rivals
There is always plenty of debate among Illinois fans about who the university’s biggest rival is. Isaac, Greg, and I discussed the topic and held an Illinois rivalry draft on The Champaign Room Podcast, and the conversation continued across social media. The nine schools we identified as rivals were Northwestern, Purdue, Iowa, Missouri, Indiana, Wisconsin, […]
Brad Underwood tees off at John Deere Classic Pro-Am
QUAD CITIES, Illinois — At 1:16 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, Illinois head coach Brad Underwood started his round in the John Deere Classic Pro-Am. Illini fans might notice a familiar face on Underwood’s bag, as his son, and Illinois basketball assistant coach, Tyler Underwood will be caddying for him during the event and helping him […]
Illini focused on the weight room and aggressiveness
It’s clear that Illinois does a good job of bulking up its guys during the summer, as we’ve seen with countless transformations, notably with guys like Ben Humrichous, Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley. Big Z continues to bulk up even further after his 27-pound transformation last offseason. Head coach Brad Underwood spoke with the media […]
Illinois season tickets sell out for 3rd straight year
It’s starting to feel like déjà vu. For the third year in a row, Illinois season tickets have sold out. It only makes sense that fans are eager to see the Illini in action after a historic season. Illinois went on a run in the NCAA Tournament and reached the Final Four for the first […]
Drafting Illinois’ biggest rivals!
Illini Isaac, Robby Nardini, and Greg Terry of The Champaign Room draft the biggest rivalries of Illinois Football and Basketball! Who do you think is Illinois’ biggest rival? Check out State Farm Agent Brian Hanson for a home, auto, business, and life insurance needs quote today: https://gtlk.link/5zlx5Emx
Keaton Wagler’s impact on Illinois will extend far beyond 2026
In this episode of Oskee Talk I’m reunited with TCR’s Pleas Honeywood to break down: We also discuss: Click below to listen! How do you think Keaton Wagler will fare in the NBA? Does the road to the B1G title run through Champaign?Join the conversation! Comment below and make sure to subscribe to Oskee Talk […]
Illinois baseball field to undergo $5 million project
It’s construction season. Illinois announced this week that Illinois Field — the home of Illini baseball — will undergo a $5 million transformation this offseason to add seats and upgrade the dugouts. The gift comes from an anonymous donor, according to the program. Illinois said more than 1,500 seats with permanent seatbacks will be added […]
Illinois Football is nearly ready for the next step. Is everyone else?
A good life coach would advise you to worry less about what other people think of you. They might say a person’s self-worth should not be defined by the opinions of others. After all, true confidence comes from within. And in most scenarios life might present you, I think we could agree that’s good counsel. But […]
Morez Johnson, Schadenfreude, and the pervasive pall of America’s original sin
Merriam-Webster defines Schadenfreude as the enjoyment obtained from seeing or hearing about the troubles of others. As sports fans, you probably experience it all the time. If you root for the Bears, perhaps you experience it when the Packers lose. If you root for the Cardinals, you may giggle when a Lincoln Park yuppie slips […]
What the Hornets are getting from Kylan Boswell
Kylan Boswell heads to the league coming off of his best season yet. The senior averaged 12.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game while helping lead Illinois to its first Final Four appearance since 2005. He shot 44.4% from the field while providing veteran leadership on both ends of the floor. Boswell was […]
Cearah Parchment earns first Senior National Team call-up with Team Canada
After one of the most dominant freshman seasons in program history, Cearah Parchment is turning her basketball career up a notch. Canada Basketball announced Friday that the Illinois forward has been selected to the Senior Women’s National Team training camp roster as the program begins preparations for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament. At […]
Former Illinois forward Ben Humrichous signs contract with Nets
Ben Humrichous went undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft, as expected, but quickly signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Brooklyn Nets. Humrichous was overlooked coming out of high school but worked his way into earning an opportunity with an NBA organization. Humrichous is originally from Tipton, Indiana, and graduated from Tipton High School as […]
Illinois Sets Matchup with North Carolina
The Illini have added another blue blood to an already stacked non-conference schedule by adding the Tar Heels to the mix. Illinois and North Carolina will face off January 30, 2027 in Nashville. Check out State Farm Agent Brian Hanson for a home, auto, business, and life insurance needs quote today: https://gtlk.link/5zlx5Emx
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