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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

Brandon Simberg

Freshman guard Andre Curbelo poses for a promotional image. Curbelo gears up for basketball season by bringing his best to practice and the weight room.

Andre Curbelo excited for opportunity to play alongside talented backcourt

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • November 12, 2020
Freshman Anthony Curbelo poses for a promotional image.

Andre Curbelo, Adam Miller quickly get in sync through basketball, car rides

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • November 6, 2020
Illinois guard Ayo Dosunmu dribbles past a University of Miami defender in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge on Dec. 2, 2019. This year, the Illini are reportedly facing Duke in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge.

Illinois to reportedly play Duke in ACC/Big Ten Challenge

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • October 29, 2020
Tyler Underwood goes up for a layup in a game against Lewis University on Nov. 1, 2019. Underwood elected to come back and use his final season of eligibility this year.

Tyler Underwood brings his basketball IQ back to Illinois

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • October 28, 2020
Senior Da’Monte Williams guards freshman Adam Miller during practice on Oct. 19.

The Peoria connection: Miller, Williams form special bond during middle school workouts

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • October 26, 2020
The Illinois men's basketball team celebrates a successful play during the game against Indiana on March 1.

Mailbag: Answering biggest Illini preseason questions

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • October 22, 2020
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood poses with a basketball. The team is currently struggling to create a non-conference schedule.

Underwood faces challenges of assembling non-conference schedule

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • October 22, 2020
Junior Giorgi Bezhanishvili pats teammate Kofi Cockburn on the back during the first day of basketball practice on Wednesday.

Underwood, Illini are prepared for road ahead after long offseason

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • October 16, 2020
Potential Illinois commit Bryce Hopkins poses with a basketball.

Underwood, Illini staff continue to pursue top recruit Hopkins

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • October 14, 2020
Sophomore Ayo Dosunmu shoots the ball during the game against Michigan State on Feb. 11.

Dosunmu still has room to grow following monster sophomore season

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • October 9, 2020
Freshman basketball recruit Coleman Hawkins poses for a headshot.

Hawkins brings high IQ to Illini, role on team remains unclear

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • September 27, 2020
Junior Giorgi Bezhanishvili speaks to head coach Brad Underwood during the second half of the game against Michigan State at State Farm Center on Feb. 11. The NCAA recently clarified there will be a college basketball season for 2020-2021.

NCAA gives clarity on college basketball season

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • September 24, 2020
Current senior Trent Frazier surveys the in court front of him during the game against Iowa on March 8. The Illini beat the Hawkeyes 78-76.

Passion, work ethic important during Frazier’s time at Illinois

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • September 20, 2020
Freshman Adam Wolf officials commits to the University of Illinois on May 3.

Highly-touted freshman Adam Miller looks to bring shooting touch to Illinois

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • September 17, 2020
Illini redshirt junior Austin Hutcherson poses for a promotional picture for Illini Athletics on Oct. 11, 2019. Hutcherson is expected to make an immediate impact after sitting out a year.

Hutcherson prepared for lofty expectations at Illinois after year off

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • September 14, 2020
Junior Austin Hutcherson poses for a promotional image.

Hutcherson has rediscovered his love for the game through injuries, tribulations

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • September 12, 2020
Recent graduate Andrés Feliz hoists a frame containing his jersey during Senior Night before the game against Iowa at State Farm Center on March 8. Feliz has left big shoes to fill after he graduated in the spring.

Illini look to fill void left by Feliz, Griffin

By Brandon Simberg • September 9, 2020
Illinois basketball coach Brad Underwood points toward the court during the game against Nebraska at the State Farm Center in Champaign on Feb. 24. Though the Illini have been successful on the recruiting trail, two top 2021 targets, Brandon Weston and David Jones, committed elsewhere.

Illini miss out on two major 2021 targets

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • September 3, 2020
Freshman Andre Curbelo poses for a promotional photo.

Andre Curbelo brings speed, versatility to Illini

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • September 2, 2020
Sophomore Kofi Cockburn fights for position against Iowa’s Ryan Kriener during the game between the two teams at State Farm Center on March 8. The Illini won 78-76.

Cockburn looks to build on strong freshman season

By Brandon Simberg • August 30, 2020
Illini fans cheer from the sidelines at the game against Iowa on March 8. Fans have high expectations for the upcoming season.

Illinois basketball fans of all generations set high expectations for upcoming season

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • August 27, 2020
Sophomore guard Ayo Dosunmu and freshman center Kofi Cockburn walk out of a timeout against Michigan State during the first half at State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois on Feb. 11. Dosunmu and Cockburn recently announced their return to Illinois for the 2020-2021 season.

Dosunmu, Cockburn give Illini fans best news of summer

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • August 24, 2020
Junior Da'Monte Williams and freshman Kofi Cockburn defend against an opposing player during the match against Iowa on March 8 at State Farm Center.

Underwood, Illini look to be faster, more versatile this season

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • August 6, 2020
Freshman Kofi Cockburn embraces Sophomore Ayo Dosunmu during the match against Iowa at State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois on Sunday, March 8..The Illini are ranked No. 8 in the preseason AP Top 5 Poll.

Dosunmu, Cockburn return to Illini after mixed draft projections

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • August 2, 2020
Coach Mike Latulip encourages his team, House of Paign, during their match against Carmen’s Crew in The Basketball Tournament on July 8.

House of ‘Paign group reflects on first The Basketball Tournament experience

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • July 23, 2020
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