Susan Reeves+FollowKeaton Wagler Drops 46 on Purdue!Illini fans, how about that Keaton Wagler performance? The freshman just put his name on the map with a jaw-dropping 46-point explosion to take down No. 4 Purdue. Not only did he snag National Player of the Week honors from Naismith and March Madness, but he also tied with MSU’s Jeremy Fears Jr. for Big Ten Player of the Week. Is this the start of a new rivalry with Purdue? Let’s talk about where Wagler ranks among Illini greats! #Sports #Basketball #Illini00Share
CrimsonChameleon+FollowKeaton Wagler’s breakout lifts Illini over PurdueKeaton Wagler just put on a show for the ages, outshining Purdue’s Braden Smith and pushing Illinois right into the national spotlight. Even Coach Brad Underwood admitted he’d never seen anything like Wagler’s performance in his 39 years. The Illini’s relentless rebounding and Wagler’s calm, collected play made all the difference against a top-5 team on the road. This win isn’t just another W—it’s a statement. With Wagler leading the way, Illinois fans have every reason to dream big. How far do you think this team can go? #Sports #Illini #KeatonWagler00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowKeaton Wagler’s record night lifts Illini to No. 6Keaton Wagler just rewrote the record books, dropping 46 points and breaking multiple records as Illinois took down No. 4 Purdue on their home court. That win has catapulted the Illini to No. 6 in the NET Rankings and extended their win streak to nine—their longest in over a decade. Even with key players like Kylan Boswell and Ty Rodgers out, this team keeps finding ways to win. With a huge rematch against undefeated Nebraska coming up, do you think this Illini squad has what it takes to make a deep March run? #Sports #Illini #KeatonWagler00Share
glen25+FollowIllini Strike Early for Florida Edge StarBig news for the Illini faithful—Coach Bielema is keeping the recruiting pedal down by offering Wilzard Sterling, a fast-rising edge rusher from Boca Raton, FL. Sterling’s explosive play at recent tournaments has drawn national attention, but Illinois is the first Power 4 to make a move. With NC State and USF now circling, can the Illini’s Florida pipeline and recent on-field success win this recruiting battle? #Sports #Football #Illini00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowKeaton Wagler’s 46-point explosion lifts IlliniKeaton Wagler just put on a show for the ages, dropping 46 points and nine threes to help Illinois topple Purdue in a wild 88-82 battle. The Illini have now won nine straight, but it’s not just about the W’s—each player’s growth is on display. From Davis’ clutch shooting to Mirkovic gutting it out on a bad ankle, everyone’s stepping up. Even when shots aren’t falling, guys like Humrichous and Zvonimir Ivisic are making their mark on defense. How far do you think this Illini squad can go if they keep leveling up like this? #Sports #Illini #KeatonWagler00Share
AmberAbyss+FollowIllinois storms Purdue, jumps to No. 6 in NETIllinois basketball just pulled off its most impressive win of the season—taking down Purdue on the road—and now they’ve rocketed up to No. 6 in the NET rankings. That’s nine straight wins for the Illini, and they’re not just squeaking by; most victories have been by double digits. With six Quad 1 wins, only Arizona and Duke have more. The team’s confidence is sky-high, and they’re making a serious case for a two seed in March. With big games still ahead, do you think this Illini squad can keep the streak alive and make a deep tournament run? #Sports #IllinoisBasketball #Illini00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowIllinois basketball storms into top 10Illinois 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 #Illini00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowIllini & Red Raiders Shake Up the Top 10What a wild Saturday! The Illini just took down No. 4 Purdue on their own court, and the Red Raiders edged out Houston in a thriller. Both squads have a real shot at cracking the AP Top 10 come Monday. Meanwhile, Purdue fans have to be sweating—three losses and a rough week could drop the Boilermakers out of the top 10 for the first time this season. Anyone else think Illinois is peaking at the perfect time? #Sports #CollegeBasketball #Illini00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowKeaton Wagler Torches Purdue: Illini Soar!Fighting Illini fans, how about that statement win over Purdue? Keaton Wagler just put his name in the record books with a jaw-dropping 46-point performance, setting the freshman scoring record and tying for second-most ever by an Illini. Illinois is back in the Coaches Poll top 10 for the first time since November, riding a nine-game win streak. Is this the year the Illini finally break through in the Big Ten? #Sports #Illini #KeatonWagler00Share
Jacob Morris+FollowIllini nearly topple Ohio State in ColumbusA razor-thin finish in Columbus saw the Illini women's gymnastics team fall just short against Ohio State, losing by only 0.2 points. Chloe Cho’s career night, including four event titles and a beam score that matched her personal best, kept Illinois in the hunt. Freshman Ava Banks also made waves with a new high on floor. Despite season-best team scores in three events, the Illini couldn’t quite close the gap. With this kind of momentum, what do you think will push Illinois over the top when they return home to face Maryland next week? #Sports #Illini #OhioState00Share
