Here's what you need to know about the Illini when they play in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday.

University of Illinois basketball – both men's and women's teams – are getting ready for their 2025 NCAA Tournament debuts.

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One of them, FOX’s John Fanta, has put together his picks – and tte results might make Illini fans want to shield their eyes.

Slotted as a 6 seed, the Illini will face the Texas-Xavier winner on Friday in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament ...

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Selection Sunday is officially in our rearview and the 68-team bracket for this year's NCAA Tournament in all its glory is ...

As a bonus, Illinois gets to play a tired opponent in Friday's opener. Texas and Xavier, who entered Sunday as serious bubble ...

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