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Illinois readying for new nonconference basketball schedule

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:47 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

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Summary

As of August 13, Illinois is finalizing its nonconference basketball schedule for the 2026-27 season. Rocco Miller notes that the schedule includes a seven-game slate, now complete. Teams set to visit Champaign include Western Kentucky on November 27 and Seattle on December 29. Both teams bring significant challenges; Western Kentucky features standout guard Teagan Moore, while Seattle's roster will need to adjust after losing key contributors from last season.

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By the Numbers

•Illinois' 2026-27 nonconference schedule is nearing completion.
•Western Kentucky visits on November 27, highlighted by Teagan Moore.
•Seattle arrives on December 29, after winning 21 games last season.

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2:47 PMYahoo Sports — Good Morning, Illini Nation: Rounding out the schedule

What they're saying

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Aug. 13—It was a month ago this space was dedicated to the known, lower profile games on Illinois' nonconference schedule. A seven-game slate that is now complete, at least per Rocco Miller, who runs and contributes to Field of 68 and Basket Under Review. Illinois has yet to release its 2026-27 nonconference schedule. Might as well do it. There's no avoiding the fact there won't be a ...
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