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Heat Checks and Hail Marys - Illini Nation Not Very Happy Right Now

Heat Checks and Hail Marys - Illini Nation Not Very Happy Right Now

Mike Cagley, Co-Host IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular December 27, 2022 […]

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Sturdy's 6 Takeaways - Post Missouri Debacle (Plus 6 Possible Solutions to Illinois Issues)

Sturdy's 6 Takeaways - Post Missouri Debacle (Plus 6 Possible Solutions to Illinois Issues)

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“Probably the worst defense any of my teams have played”: Inside the Illini’s First Half From Hell Leading to Blowout Braggin’ Rights Loss

“Probably the worst defense any of my teams have played”: Inside the Illini’s First Half From Hell Leading to Blowout Braggin’ Rights Loss

For the first time in over four years, Illinois gave up 50 points in a first half and the effort in the first 20 minutes led to Missouri biggest Braggin’ Rights win ever. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

December 23, 2022

ST. LOUIS -- During a stoppage of play in the second half that lasted no more than two minutes of real time, Illinois head coach Brad Underwood went through practically every stage of grief. 

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Mizzou's Braggin' After Handing Illini Worst Loss of Season

Mizzou's Braggin' After Handing Illini Worst Loss of Season

By IlliniGuys Staff December 22, 2022 (Cover photo courtesy […]

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Let’s Brag: Illinois looks for second-straight win against Missouri, first Braggin’ Rights back-to-back since 2017

Let’s Brag: Illinois looks for second-straight win against Missouri, first Braggin’ Rights back-to-back since 2017

Zain Bando, IlliniGuys Correspondent

December 22, 2022

The Illini railed around one another to nail down a 68-47 win against Alabama A&M to regain a level of consistency Saturday.

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Illini Hoops Preview - vs Missouri - Braggin' Rights Game

Illini Hoops Preview - vs Missouri - Braggin' Rights Game

Brad Sturdy, Co-Host IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular December 22, 2022 […]

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Illini Women Offer Hayven Smith

Illini Women Offer Hayven Smith

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting 

December 22, 2022

Illinois head coach Shauna Green has already gotten the attention of Illini fans and recruits

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Once Again, No Makira Cook is No Problem For Illini Guard Genesis Bryant in 81-46 Blowout Win

Once Again, No Makira Cook is No Problem For Illini Guard Genesis Bryant in 81-46 Blowout Win

For the second straight game, Illinois won a non-conference game without leading scorer Makira Cook in the lineup. Illini guard Genesis Bryant produces her first career triple-double in the 35-point win. 

By Matt Stevens - IlliniGuys Staff Writer

December 21, 2022

(Cover photo courtesy Illinois Athletics)

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- No Makira Cook, no problem for Illinois. 

The Illini women’s basketball team clearly didn’t need its leading scorer on Wednesday afternoon as they easily closed out its non-conference slate with a more than comfortable 81-46 win over a Florida Atlantic team that arrived at State Farm Center having won eight of its first nine games. 

The Illini (11-2), who are projected to be in ESPN’s NCAA Tournament field this week for the first time in over a decade, hit 13 three-point shots without the services of Makira Cook as the Dayton transfer is still battling flu-like symptoms. The baker’s dozen perimeter shots were the most this season, eclipsing the 14 made in a 92-71 victory at Pittsburgh in ACC/Big Ten Challenge on Nov. 30. 

“The more that we spread the floor, we’re proving that we have multiple three-level scorers on this team,” Illinois head coach Shauna Green said.

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French Prospect Zacharie Perrin Officially Joins Illini 2022-23 Roster 

French Prospect Zacharie Perrin Officially Joins Illini 2022-23 Roster 

Illinois announced the official addition of 6-foot-10 forward Zacharie […]

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Heat Checks and Hail Marys - Brad Underwood Has a Mike Ditka Problem

Heat Checks and Hail Marys - Brad Underwood Has a Mike Ditka Problem

Mike Cagley, Co-Host IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular December 19, 2022 […]

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Illini Claw Mizzou To Score Season's Biggest Win To Date

Illini Claw Mizzou To Score Season's Biggest Win To Date

By W. Elijah Smith - IlliniGuys Contributor December 18, […]

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Sturdy's 4 Takeaways from Alabama A&M

Sturdy's 4 Takeaways from Alabama A&M

Brad Sturdy, Co-Host IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular

Cover Photo Courtesy of Steve Snider, IlliniGuys

December 18, 2022

The Illini beat Alabama A&M on Saturday 68-47 in what looked like a ho hum effort and result if you just look at the final totals.

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#18 Illini Survive Upset Bid By Alabama A&M

#18 Illini Survive Upset Bid By Alabama A&M

By IlliniGuys Staff December 17, 2022 (Cover photo courtesy […]

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Illini Basketball Preview vs Alabama A&M

Illini Basketball Preview vs Alabama A&M

IlliniGuys Staff and Sports Information Director December 17, 2022 […]

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Coleman Hawkins on Illini Freshmen: “It’s been a little too timid around here and too soft”

Coleman Hawkins on Illini Freshmen: “It’s been a little too timid around here and too soft”

Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins said Friday he liked what Brad Underwood said after the 74-59 loss to Penn State but what the junior forward does mind is being told to “cool down” on the freshmen.

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

December 17, 2022

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- Following the 74-59 loss to Penn State, Coleman Hawkins says he still hasn’t figured out how to properly address the situation with several members of this Illinois men’s basketball roster. 

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