Illinois hoops just cracked the top 10 in the latest coaches poll, and the buzz in Champaign is real. After nine straight wins—including a record-breaking performance at Purdue—the Illini are showing they’re not just contenders, but serious threats in the Big Ten. Keaton Wagler’s 46-point explosion at Mackey Arena turned heads, and the team’s offensive firepower is ranked No. 1 nationally. With big games ahead, the question is: Can Illinois keep this momentum rolling and make a deep tournament run? What’s your take on the Illini’s chances this season? #Sports #IllinoisBasketball #Illini