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The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
Freshman guard Sencire Harris dunks during the second half against Nebraska on Tuesday. The dunk, made with help from Terrence Shannon Jr., helped the Illini to pull ahead, making the score 52-50.

Illinois men’s basketball outlasts Nebraska at home

By Drew Friberg, Sports Editor • January 31, 2023

Column | Rejuvenated Illini are starting to reach their potential

By Theo Gary, Staff Writer • January 30, 2023
Players of the Illinois women's basketball team line up after the game on Sunday against Michigan State to sing "Hail to the Orange." After a back and forth game, the Illini came out on top with 86 points to the Spartan's 76.

Illinois women’s basketball gets back on track with 10-point win over Michigan State

By Conor Blount, Assistant Sports Editor • January 29, 2023
Freshman guard Jayden Epps takes a shot against Indiana on Jan. 19. On Saturday, Epps finished the game against Wisconsin with 13 points on 5-10 shooting.

Player grades from Illinois’ 10-point win over Wisconsin

By Drew Friberg, Carson Gourdie and James Kim • January 28, 2023
Fifth-year forward Matthew Mayer attempts to block a layup from Indiana's Malik Reneau on Jan. 19. Mayer had a solid performance on Saturday against Wisconsin, helping to lead the Illini to a 61-51 win.

Illinois men’s basketball overcomes slow start to defeat Wisconsin 61-51 on the road

By James Kim, Assistant Sports Editor • January 28, 2023

No. 22 Illinois women’s basketball comes up short against Purdue

By Conor Blount, Assistant Sports Editor • January 26, 2023
Junior guard Genesis Bryan goes for a layup against Indiana on Jan. 18, making the score 47-40 Indiana. The Illini will face off against Purdue on Thursday.

Illinois women’s basketball looks to bring win streak back to Champaign with matchup against Purdue

By Rachel Oh, Staff Writer • January 25, 2023
Junior forward Coleman Hawkins defends against Ohio State on Tuesday. Hawkins had solid offense during the game, helping to secure a win for the Illini

DI Sports podcast: Coleman Hawkins shines in 9-point win over Buckeyes

By Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor • January 25, 2023
Junior guard Makira Cook makes a layup against Indiana on Wednesday. Since transferring to Illinois, Cook has had an immense impact on Illinois, including helping the team gain its first ranking in years.

Let her Cook

By Rachel Oh, Staff Writer • January 25, 2023
Guard Terrence Shannon Jr. battles against Ohio State's defense on Tuesday. Shannon made 17 points during the Illini's match against Ohio State.

Notes, player grades from Illinois’ nine-point victory over Ohio State

By James Kim, Carson Gourdie and Drew Friberg • January 24, 2023
Junior forward Coleman Hawkins goes for a difficult layup against Ohio State on Tuesday. Hawkins played a strong game, starting the Illini off with a three-point shot and finishing the game with a slam dunk.

Illini bounce Buckeyes out of Champaign in 69-60 win

By Drew Friberg, Sports Editor • January 24, 2023
Redshirt sophomore Dain Dainja tips off against Indiana on Thursday. The Illini fell short to the Hoosiers, with the final score being 80-65.

Column | The bad will slip away, these losses will be forgotten

By Theo Gary, Staff Writer • January 23, 2023
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