Game 1 Preview | Fairleigh Dickinson at No. 3 Illinois; 7 p.m., Monday (BTN)

Game 1 preview | Fairleigh Dickinson at No. 3 Illinois; 7 p.m., Monday (BTN)

Beat writer Scott Richey previews the season opener between the Illini and Knights

No. 3 Illinois kicks off 2026-27 campaign against FDU

After going 2-1 in its three-game exhibition slate, No. 3 Illinois will officially open the regular season Monday night at State Farm Center against FDU. The Illini’s preseason schedule certainly gave glimpses into the strengths and weaknesses of this roster and even showed how it responds in the face of a bit of adversity.  Although...

First Look at Illinois Basketball's Game 1 Opponent: Fairleigh Dickinson Knights - RAW CHILI

After an offseason filled with excitement and sky-high expectations, Illinois basketball is finally back. The No. 3-ranked Illini will officially begin their

Illinois Men's Basketball | Brad Underwood Press Conference 11/1/26

Illinois head coach Brad Underwood spoke with the media on Sunday, Nov. 1, at the Ubben Basketball Complex in Champaign, Ill., in advance of the No. 3 Fighting Illini's regular-season opener vs. FDU on Monday, Nov. 2, at State Farm Center.