Illini Shock #12 Iowa For Biggest Home Win Since 2015
By IlliniGuys Staff January 1, 2023 (Cover photo courtesy […]
Illini Shock #12 Iowa For Biggest Home Win Since 2015
By IlliniGuys Staff January 1, 2023 (Cover photo courtesy […]
Former 5-Star Point Guard Skyy Clark Takes a Break from Team
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 6, 2023
(Cover photo courtesy Illinois Athletics)
No one within or surrounding the Illini basketball program thought the Orange and Blue career of Skyy Clark would last four years. It turns out, it may not even last four months.
In a shocking development, the former five-star Skyy Clark has decided to take a break from the Illinois program after one semester and just 13 games. Clark was given the keys to drive the team, but lost his starting job to fellow freshman Sencire Harris as head coach Brad Underwood shook up his lineup and wanted to promote Harris' tenacity on defense.
Illini Hope Gift of Giving Continues Into The New Year
By Larry Smith/IlliniGuys Staff
January 1, 2023
(Cover photo courtesy Joe Clark/IlliniGuys)
The month of December couldn't have been more inconsistent for Fighting Illini basketball.
Struggle in their first true road game at Maryland. Whip a powerhouse Texas team in overtime in New York City three nights later in a primetime marquee matchup.
Fall flat at home against Penn State. Record a 21-point win over Alabama A&M after exam week. Get an historic punch in the mouth against Missouri.
The roller coaster left Illini Nation feeling queasy around Christmas weekend and perhaps unsure if they wanted to open any gifts in orange and blue wrapping under the tree. But Illini coach Brad Underwood never hesitated.
Sturdy's Three Takeaways: Bethune-Cookman
By Brad Sturdy - IlliniGuys Insider/Analyst
December 30, 2022
The Illini completed their non-conference schedule with an 85-52 pasting of Bethune-Cookman, righting the ship a bit after the debacle against Missouri a week ago. Although the competition was less than stellar, this was an opportunity to see what tweaks Brad Underwood was able to make as the Illini head into Big Ten Conference play.
Here’s what we saw:
Lineup, Wardrobe, Defensive Changes Lift Illini To 85-52 Rout of Bethune-Cookman
By IlliniGuys Staff December 29, 2022 (Cover photo courtesy […]
McKenzie's Career-High Keeps Illini Women Red-Hot With 79-63 Win Over Badgers
By IlliniGuys Staff December 29, 2022 (Cover photo courtesy […]
Illinois Basketball Can Only Go Up From Here
The Illini going through a recent rough patch is what the team ultimately needs to have a successful tournament run.
Zain Bando, IlliniGuys Correspondent
December 29, 2022
It could be worse, right?
Heat Checks and Hail Marys - Illini Nation Not Very Happy Right Now
Mike Cagley, Co-Host IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular December 27, 2022 […]
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
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.
Mizzou's Braggin' After Handing Illini Worst Loss of Season
By IlliniGuys Staff December 22, 2022 (Cover photo courtesy […]
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.
Illini Hoops Preview - vs Missouri - Braggin' Rights Game
Brad Sturdy, Co-Host IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular December 22, 2022 […]
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
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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