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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
Senior Trent Frazier drives forward during the game against Nebraska on Feb. 24, 2020.

Big Ten hoops update: Conference deals with several postponements, paused programs

By Jackson Janes, Assistant Sports Editor • Jan 15, 2021
The Illinois men's basketball team huddles before a play during the game against Purdue on Jan. 2.

Mario Kart, wood working, Tik Tok: Illinois men’s basketball bonds as a group

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Jan 13, 2021
Senior Da'Monte Williams drives forward during the game against Maryland on Sunday.

Illini fail to find offensive balance in loss to Maryland

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Jan 11, 2021
Sophomore Kofi Cockburn takes a shot during the game against Maryland Jan. 11. Cockburn has entered the transfer portal while keeping his name in the NBA Draft.

Player grades: Cockburn dominates in paint, Williams has off night in upset loss to Maryland

By Jackson Janes, Assistant Sports Editor • Jan 11, 2021
Ayo Dosunmu drives to the lane during Illinois' game against Maryland Jan. 10. Dosunmu declared for the 2021 NBA Draft Tuesday afternoon.

Dosunmu’s late efforts not enough as Illinois goes cold in 66-63 loss to Maryland

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Jan 10, 2021
Illinois coach Brad Underwood plans a play on the sidelines during the game against Purdue on Jan. 2.

Perimeter-oriented Maryland provides different type of challenge for No. 12 Illinois

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Jan 10, 2021
Sophomore Kofi Cockburn walks towards the court during the game against Purdue on Saturday.

After rough first half, Cockburn responds to criticism well to help thwart Northwestern

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Jan 8, 2021
Sophomore Kofi Cockburn dunks the ball during the game against Purdue Jan. 8. Cockburn declared for the NBA Draft Sunday afternoon.

Player Grades: Illini offense comes alive in second half to complete comeback

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • Jan 8, 2021
Ayo Dosunmu shoots a jumper in Illinois' game against Northwestern on Thursday night. The Illini won 81-56.

Illinois’ second half surge leads to dominant 81-56 win at Northwestern

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Jan 7, 2021
Junior Ayo Dosunmu drives forward during the game against Purdue on Saturday.

In-state foes Illinois and Northwestern square off again on Thursday

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Jan 7, 2021
Michigan guard Zeb Jackson advances against Northwestern defenders during the second half of their game on Sunday.

Big Ten hoops update: Seven ranked teams, several Player of the Year candidates after three weeks of action

By Jackson Janes, Assistant Sports Editor • Jan 5, 2021
Senior Da'Monte Williams takes a shot during the game against Purdue on Saturday. The Illini won the game 66-58.

Player grades: Williams’ shot, team’s tight defense fuel Illini Saturday night

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • Jan 3, 2021
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