Due to a court order that went in his favor, Terrence Shannon Jr. is now officially reinstated to the University of Illinois. Effective immediately, the Illini men's basketball leading scorer and All-American candidate is eligible to both practice and play. He had been indefinitely suspended since Dec. 27, having been charged with the crime of rape in the state of Kansas. That … [Read more...] about Terrence Shannon Jr Reinstated; Will Brad Underwood Play Him Sunday?
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Illini Basketball Team Way More Likable than Last Year
The 2023-24 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball team has done a tremendous job of putting the 2022-23 Illini basketball season far far out of memories. Good riddance, as that campaign brought us the strange experience of strongly disliking our own favorite team. While it is common to sometimes be happy your favorite team's season is over, and to look forward to that ending … [Read more...] about Illini Basketball Team Way More Likable than Last Year
Terrence Shannon Jr. Takes Legal Action Against the University of Illinois
Monday saw Illinois Fighting Illini leading scorer and All-American candidate Terrence Shannon Jr. file a temporary restraining order against the University of Illinois Board of trustees. The 28-page-filing, in Champaign County court, would potentially allow the indefinitely suspended basketball star to return to play immediately. … [Read more...] about Terrence Shannon Jr. Takes Legal Action Against the University of Illinois
Terrence Shannon Jr. Rape Case Update: Incident Report Provides More Information
In just a few hours from now, the #9 Illinois Fighting Illini will visit the #1 Purdue Boilermakers in what should be an epic Big Ten basketball battle. But with all things Illini basketball, the Terrence Shannon Jr. rape case is always near top of mind. TSJ, the Illini leading scorer this season and strong All-America candidate remains suspended indefinitely, having been … [Read more...] about Terrence Shannon Jr. Rape Case Update: Incident Report Provides More Information
Terrence Shannon Jr. Responds to Rape Charges, Claims Innocence
The entire Illinois Fighting Illini world was rocked this afternoon by news of Terrence Shannon Jr. by far the team's best player, being formally charged with rape, and thus, suspended indefinitely. The University of Illinois, per their own statement, claims that they were aware of this case, since it began in September. The Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics … [Read more...] about Terrence Shannon Jr. Responds to Rape Charges, Claims Innocence
Illini Must Pull Out of Braggin’ Rights Football Series ASAP
Tonight marks the 43rd edition of the annual Braggin' Rights game in St. Louis, a marquee college basketball event that features the Illinois Fighting Illini versus the Missouri Tigers on a neutral court. Despite Mizzou recently dominating this series, the Illini have a 26-16 all-time advantage. Friday also brought news that this series will be extended, as expected, through … [Read more...] about Illini Must Pull Out of Braggin’ Rights Football Series ASAP
Northwestern Wildcats at Illinois Fighting Illini Preview, Prediction, TV Info, Odds
There have certainly been more LOL! Land of Lincoln Trophy games, over the years, than this one. The Northwestern Wildcats will visit the Illinois Fighting Illini as substantial underdogs, despite heading into the game with a slightly better record. NU has already clinched bowl qualification while the Illini need to win this game in order to go bowling. It's somewhat … [Read more...] about Northwestern Wildcats at Illinois Fighting Illini Preview, Prediction, TV Info, Odds
Illinois Fighting Illini Bowl Game Projections (Updated 11-20-23)
Iowa was exactly who we thought they were yesterday, and unfortunately your Illinois Fighting Illini could not overcame the muck. Having to sit through any game involving the Hawkeyes should automatically grant you a treat, but alas, Illini Nation came away from last night with nothing. Now Bret Bielema's squad will have to gain bowl eligibility in the final game, at home … [Read more...] about Illinois Fighting Illini Bowl Game Projections (Updated 11-20-23)