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Illinois players highlighted ahead of Big Ten basketball media days

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 2:51 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

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Summary

Big Ten Football Media Days take place through Thursday in Chicago. Ahead of the basketball media events for both men's and women's teams this fall, key Illinois players are identified for potential media appearances. Suggestions include starting point guard, a prominent transfer, and a junior forward. These players have significant roles and insights as the Illinois team aims to build on recent successes, hoping to advance in the NCAA tournament this season.

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By the Numbers

•Big Ten Football Media Days run through Thursday in Chicago.
•Suggested players include a starting point guard and a notable transfer.
•Illinois aims to reach the NCAA tournament's second weekend this season.
•Illinois has only two Sweet 16 appearances in program history.

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Jul. 29—Big Ten Football Media Days will continue through Thursday in Chicago. Even if we have two-plus months before the same event will take place for on the men's and women's basketball side for the Big Ten, let's do a fun exercise, where I pick which three Illinois women's basketball players I would like to hear from in early October. Of course, I have no say. It's a decision made by ...
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