Illinois prepares to face UConn for first time since 1938
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 2:34 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Illinois men’s basketball is set to take on UConn on December 4 at the United Center in Chicago. The Illini aim to break a 0-5 series record against the Huskies, who have been a significant obstacle for Illinois in recent matchups. UConn defeated Illinois in the Elite Eight during the 2024 March Madness and again in both meetings during the 2025-26 season. Head coach Brad Underwood returns several key players while UConn's Dan Hurley looks to continue their dominance over Illinois. This matchup signifies a chance for Illinois to end a nearly 90-year winless streak against UConn.
- •Illinois faces UConn on December 4 at United Center, Chicago
- •UConn has defeated Illinois in five consecutive meetings
- •Most recent matchup was in April during the Final Four
- •Illinois aims to break historic winning drought against UConn
- •Key players include Braylon Mullins for UConn and Andrej Stojakovic for Illinois
- 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — Slaying the boogeyman: History behind Illinois and UConn
"The Illini are looking to beat the Huskies for the first time since 1938.
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