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?
College Basketball
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
Michigan St Spartans at Northwestern Wildcats: FYIs, Preview, Prediction
The Michigan St. Spartans head to Evanston on Sunday night to take on the Northwestern Wildcats in a battle of teams with one great, signature win so far this season. Unfortunately, they only have that one major win on their resume, and not much more. For MSU, it's their utter thrashing of Baylor (KenPom #15). For Northwestern, it's their historical upset over the nation's … [Read more...] about Michigan St Spartans at Northwestern Wildcats: FYIs, Preview, Prediction
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
Exclusive: Drew Valentine on His Brother, Tom Izzo, Michigan State
With Michigan State headed to Chicago area, for the only time this season, we revisit this exclusive interview with Drew Valentine, discussing Tom Izzo and MSU, from Chicago College Basketball Media Day We recently had an exclusive with Loyola coach Drew Valentine, and we covered this game, the marquee contest on the Ramblers' pre-conference slate, in detail. Although both … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Drew Valentine on His Brother, Tom Izzo, Michigan State
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
Greatest Northwestern Basketball Atmosphere Ever in Upset of #1 Purdue
The new Welsh-Ryan Arena opened in for the 2018-19 season, but it never got this electric until tonight. It wasn't until last February that Northwestern basketball recorded a win over a team ranked #1 in the AP Poll. Now, they have done it twice, and it was against Purdue both times. It was an overtime game with 18 lead changes and 12 ties, but if you were there, watching … [Read more...] about Greatest Northwestern Basketball Atmosphere Ever in Upset of #1 Purdue
#1 Purdue Basketball at Northwestern Wildcats: Stats, FYIs, Metrics
In early December of 2021, Purdue basketball ascended to their first #1 ranking in program history. Their time in the top spot lasted just one week. A year ago, Purdue was ranked No. 1 for seven weeks during the year, including Feb. 12, when they came to Evanston and lost to the Northwestern Wildcats. Friday night brings the rematch, and the Big Ten opener for both sides. … [Read more...] about #1 Purdue Basketball at Northwestern Wildcats: Stats, FYIs, Metrics
Exclusive: Boo Buie on Northwestern Goals This Season
A lot of basketball fans have heard of Northwestern point guard Boo Buie, but very few know that his actual name is Daniel Buie. "I know his name is Daniel because I see some of the formal, legal things we have to sign, but he has always been Boo," Northwestern coach Chris Collins said in an exclusive with The Sports Bank at the Chicago Sports Museum. … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Boo Buie on Northwestern Goals This Season