The Illini aren't yet at full strength, but they are counting on their depth, size and shooting to carry the day against the Tigers in their opener

Illinois basketball welcomes back Final Four coaches before opener vs. Jackson State

No easing into the 2025-26 season for the Illini. After playing Jackson State and Florida Gulf Coast in the first week of the season, Illinois launches Week 2 by hosting the 10th-

The Illini will try to halt a two-game skid in their series against the Redbirds while starting the season 2-0

Basketball is back in the State Farm Center as both Illini hoops teams look to make a return to the NCAA Tournament. The WCIA 3 Sports team previews the Illinois men’s and women’s seasons in the Your Illini Nation Tip-Off Show.

The 7-1, 255-pound Croatian is another top returnee for Illinois, joined this season by twin brother Zvonimir Ivisic, who transferred from Arkansas. Tomislav played started 31 games last season, leading the team in rebounding (7.7 rpg) and blocked shots (1.2 bpg). The all-Big Ten third-teamer was second on the team in scoring at 13.0 ppg.