Rodgers played a key role for the Illini during the 2022-23 and 2023-24 seasons, but on Nov. 4, the day of the opening game of the 2024-25 season, Rodgers announced plans to redshirt and not play ...

CHAMPAIGN — When No. 17 Illinois men’s basketball coach Brad Underwood considered how “bullish” he is on his team Sunday at State Farm Center, he didn’t play down his expectations.

CHAMPAIGN — Brad Underwood made sure to get his longest look at his two-big lineup in Saturday's 87-79 win over Ohio State, and the Illinois coach said the results were "a mixed bag." ...