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Men's College Basketball Top 10, Bubble Team NET Rankings: U-M is No. 1 Once More

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Andrej Stojakovic - Not in starting lineup Stojakovic (undisclosed) isn't part of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against Wisconsin, Joey Wagner of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Stojakovic was considered questionable leading up to Tuesday's game, and while he participated in warmups, he isn't part of the starting lineup. Stojakovic had started in each of the Fighting Illini's last 21 games. His absence from the first unit doesn't ensure Stojakovic is out, but it indicates he'll likely be limited, if available.

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Kylan Boswell - Slated for doctor's visit this week Boswell (hand) is slated for a doctor's appointment this week and has a shot to return Sunday, per Scott Richey of The Champaign News-Gazette.

Impact Boswell was practicing without contact as of last week, and he appears to be trending closer and closer towards a return as he's slated for a doctor's visit this week after Illinois' clash with Wisconsin. There's a chance the guard, who's missed six straight games, could potentially return as early as Sunday against Indiana.

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Andrej Stojakovic - Dressed for early warmups Stojakovic (undisclosed) is suited up for Illinois' early warmups Tuesday night against Wisconsin, per Scott Richey of The Champaign News-Gazette.

Impact Stojakovic is in danger of missing his first game since the opener, as he popped up on the Illini injury report as questionable ahead of a showdown with Wisconsin. The starting guard averages 13.7 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists this season; he'll be missed if he's indeed forced to sit out. Of course, his participation in early warmups is a good sign.

8 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Andrej Stojakovic - Added to injury report Stojakovic (undisclosed) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Wisconsin.

Impact It's unclear what's ailing Stojakovic, but the issue could prevent him from facing the Badgers on Tuesday. The standout junior is averaging 13.7 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 27.7 minutes per game this season. If he can't play Tuesday, Ben Humrichous could step into the starting lineup.

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Illinois vs. Wisconsin Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Feb 10

Preview the Feb 10 matchup between the Illinois Fighting Illini and Wisconsin Badgers with how to watch, tv channel info, predictions, odds,...

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Illinois vs. Wisconsin Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Feb 10

No. 5 Illinois hosts Winter and Wisconsin

Wisconsin visits the No. 5 Illinois Fighting Illini after Nolan Winter scored 26 points in the Badgers' 78-77 overtime loss to the Indiana Hoosiers

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Men's College Basketball Rankings: Purdue, Kansas, UNC Moving Up in Top 25

FOX Sports' Casey Jacobsen shares his latest men's college hoops rankings with several big moves this week.

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Men's College Basketball Rankings: Purdue, Kansas, UNC Moving Up in Top 25

David Mirkovic - Scoring leader as Illini fall short Mirkovic amassed 18 points (5-13 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), six rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal across 36 minutes during Saturday's 85-82 OT loss to Michigan State.

Impact Mirkovic has a four-game scoring high that was tops among four Illinois players in double figures, but it wasn't quite enough to snatch a road victory against a tough Spartans squad. The freshman has hit double-digit scoring in seven straight games, averaging 14.0 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.4 assists over that span.

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Jeremy Fears' 26 Points Help No. 10 Michigan State Beat No. 5 Illinois in OT

Jeremy Fears Jr. scored 26 points to help No. 10 Michigan State hold on for an 85-82 OT win over No. 5 Illinois on Saturday.

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Jeremy Fears' 26 Points Help No. 10 Michigan State Beat No. 5 Illinois in OT

No. 5 Illinois Fighting Illini vs. No. 10 Michigan State Spartans Highlights 🏀 FOX College Hoops

No. 5 Illinois Fighting Illini vs. No. 10 Michigan State Spartans Highlights 🏀 FOX College Hoops

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This ending in regulation is WILD 🤯

This ending in regulation is WILD 🤯

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Fears stars for No. 10 Michigan State in OT win over No. 5 Illinois after Izzo debated benching him

Jeremy Fears played one of his best games to help No. 10 Michigan State earn a much-needed win after his coach thought about benching him

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Where to watch #5 Illinois vs. #10 Michigan State basketball tonight on free streams, TV The 5th-ranked Illinois Fighting Illini ride a big wave of momentum into Saturday night and a Big Ten basketball showdown with the No. 10 Mi...

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Meet Keaton Wagler: 5 Things To Know About the Illinois Guard

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2026 Men's NCAA Tournament Projections: Can the Big Ten Get 10 Teams In?

FOX Sports bracket forecaster Mike DeCourcy delivers his latest men's NCAA tournament bracket predictions.

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2026 Men's NCAA Tournament Projections: Can the Big Ten Get 10 Teams In?

Kylan Boswell - Practicing without contact Boswell (hand) is participating in practice but without live contact, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Boswell, who's missed five straight games, was expected to miss around three week with his hand ailment. In the time he's missed, Illinois has surged, going 5-0. The senior guard remains without an exact timetable for a return, but he's clearly progressing in his recovery. This is excellent news for an Illini squad that's catching fire at the right time.

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College Basketball Games of the Week: Huge Ranked Matchups, Rivalries Reignited

There are top teams in men's and women's hoops going at it this weekend, and we're here to help you prepare for the action.

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College Basketball Games of the Week: Huge Ranked Matchups, Rivalries Reignited

No. 10 Michigan State Spartans face the No. 5 Illinois Fighting Illini

The No. 5 Illinois Fighting Illini take on the No. 10 Michigan State Spartans

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Brad Underwood reveals 4-word rule No. 5 Illinois MBB says '100 times a day' in win streak | Sporting News The Illinois Fighting Illini's winning streak isn't an accident. Whether it's ball movement, cohesiveness or dynamic scoring, coach Brad Und...

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Michigan State vs. Illinois Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Feb 7

Preview the Feb 7 matchup between the Michigan State Spartans and Illinois Fighting Illini with how to watch, tv channel info, predictions,...

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Andrej Stojakovic - Top scorer in rout Stojakovic closed with 17 points (4-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 9-10 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 84-44 win over Northwestern.

Impact After a string of three quiet outings, Stojakovic poured on 17 points as the Illini' leading scorer in the absolute demolition of Northwestern. The junior wing will have his quieter scoring nights, but he's still averaging 13.5 points this season on 49 percent shooting from the field. Stojakovic will look to keep it rolling Saturday at Michigan State.

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Keaton Wagler - Ridiculous shot punctuates win Wagler posted 13 points (4-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds and five assists over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 84-44 victory over Northwestern.

Impact Right before halftime of Illinois' dominant 40-point win over Northwestern, Wagler banked in a shot from beyond half-court to extend the Illini lead to 28 points going into the break. The game was essentially already over at that point, but that shot did two things: punctuate the lopsided victory and remind onlookers of Wagler's absurd talent. He finished the game with just 13 points, but that was more than enough in an easy win over the hapless Wildcats. The freshman point guard has really come on strong in the home stretch of Big Ten play, and Illinois currently sits alone atop the conference standings.

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Northwestern Wildcats vs. No. 5 Illinois Fighting Illini Highlights 🏀 FOX College Hoops

Northwestern Wildcats vs. No. 5 Illinois Fighting Illini Highlights 🏀 FOX College Hoops

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