The Illini just found out they're headed to Tulsa take on UNLV Running Rebels from the Mountain West in the first game (second round) of the NCAA Tournament, college basketball's premier event. They'll be seeded #9 while their opponent, the Running Rebels are seeded #9. Yes indeed, they are facing their old Head Coach Lon Kruger. Illinois to 2-4 on a neutral court this … [Read more...] about Illinois NCAA Tournament #9 Seed, Playing #8 UNLV, in Tulsa
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You Can Possibly Spell Fighting Illini with NIT Still
By Paul M. Banks and Paul Schmidt Never bet against red on Valentine's Day. The scarlet clad Ohio State Buckeyes 72-53 dominance of Illinois on February 14th was both shocking and disturbing. Like finding out your fiance once appeared in an early "Girls Gone Wild" video. It dramatically alters both your expectations and your beliefs. … [Read more...] about You Can Possibly Spell Fighting Illini with NIT Still