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Illinois basketball schedule includes games against Texas Tech, Duke, and UConn

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 3:49 PM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

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Summary

Illinois men's basketball has a challenging slate of five games before 2027, starting with Texas Tech on November 10. The Illini will also face Duke on November 17 at Cameron Indoor Stadium, a venue where they previously achieved a significant victory. On December 4, they play Connecticut at the United Center, seeking redemption after past losses. The schedule continues with Minnesota on December 8 and Missouri on December 20, a matchup noted for its recent blowout victories by Illinois. Each game holds significance as both teams aim to build momentum for the season ahead.

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•Starting with Texas Tech on Nov. 10
•Duke matchup on Nov. 17 at Cameron Indoor
•Connecticut game at the United Center on Dec. 4
•Minnesota faces Illinois on Dec. 8
•Braggin' Rights game against Missouri on Dec. 20

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What they're saying

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Nov. 6—Brad Underwood managed to schedule another challenging slate of games for his team this season beyond the 20-game gauntlet that is the Big Ten. Beat writer Scott Richey spotlights five key games on the docket before the calendar flips to 2027: Nov. 10, Texas Tech Changes to Texas Tech's roster have seriously altered the dynamic of this game. The Red Raiders still won't have former ...
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