Illinois basketball prepares for exhibition matchup against Baylor
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Illinois basketball is set to face Baylor in their second exhibition game on October 23, 2026. Head coach Brad Underwood aims to explore different lineups, a change from their previous exhibition win over Cincinnati. While both games are exhibitions, Underwood plans to utilize scouting to adjust strategies against Baylor, who features standout guards Kayden and Dylan Mingo. This game provides Illinois an opportunity to enhance their defensive chemistry early in the season.
- •Illinois plays Baylor in an exhibition game on October 23, 2026.
- •Brad Underwood aims to test various lineups against Baylor.
- •Baylor's star guards include Kayden and Dylan Mingo.
- •Illinois won their previous exhibition against Cincinnati.
- •Defensive communication is a focus for Underwood and the team.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Brad Underwood reveals what Illinois basketball wants to test against Baylor
"Illinois has its second exhibition Friday night, and things will be different.
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