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Cockburn said he is closing one of the most amazing chapters of his life.
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Curbelo had flashes of greatness with the Illini.
Guard Skyy Clark signs letter of intent to play for Illini
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Illini guard Andre Curbelo going to transfer portal
Illini guard Andre Curbelo is one of the most electric point guards in college basketball, but also one of the most frustrating.
Illini out of NCAA Tourney after losing to Houston
For Illinois, it's another year of deep disappointment. The fourth-seeded Fighting Illini (23-10) were determined to go farther after being bumped by Loyola last year, but couldn't get past the second round again.
Illini beat Chattanooga by one point in first round of NCAA Tournament
The Illini won their first-round game in the NCAA Tournament Friday evening, beating Chattanooga by a single point.
No. 20 Illinois beats No. 24 Iowa for share of Big Ten title
No. 20 Illinois locked up a share of the Big Ten regular-season title when Kofi Cockburn had 21 points and 14 rebounds to lead a win over No. 24 Iowa Sunday night.
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Freshman Malaki Branham scored 31 points to lift No. 22 Ohio State to a win over No. 15 Illinois on Thursday night.
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No. 12 Illinois became the fourth straight ranked team to fall to the Rutgers Scarlet Knights.
Four-Game Winning Streak Snapped As Illini Fall To Purdue
Eric Hunter Jr. scored all nine of his points during a game-changing run to start the second half and Ivey scored 26 points, 22 coming after he got angry, to help the Purdue Boilermakers run away from No. 13 Illinois.
'The Best I've Seen': Thornton High School Star Ty Rodgers Gets Ready For The Illini, His Future Team
"I think he's the best player in the state."
Cockburn Leads No. 18 Illinois Past No. 11 Wisconsin
Kofi Cockburn had 37 points and 12 rebounds and No. 18 Illinois beat No. 11 Wisconsin on Wednesday night.
No. 24 Illinois Holds Off No. 10 Michigan State
Trent Frazier scored a game-high 16 points, and No. 24 Illinois held on to beat No. 10 Michigan State on Tuesday and take sole possession of first place in the Big Ten.
With Cockburn Out, No. 17 Illinois Falls To Maryland
Kofi Cockburn's absence gives No. 17 Illinois another obstacle to overcome. The Illini found out how difficult that might be when Donta Scott and Maryland dominated the paint.
Illini's Andre Curbelo Makes Impressive Return After Almost 2 Months Out With Post-Concussion Issues
Illinois star guard Andre Curbelo missed almost two moths because of post-concussion issues before returning Wednesday for the Illini's double-overtime loss to No. 4 Purdue.
University of Illinois Board Of Trustees Vote To Increase Tuition For In-Coming State Freshmen
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Illini Fall Short To Purdue In Double Overtime
Sasha Stefanovic scored 22 points, including a go-ahead 3 at the start of double overtime that sent No. 4 Purdue over No. 17 Illinois on Monday.
Cockburn, Frazier Lead No. 25 Illinois Over Michigan
Kofi Cockburn scored 21 points and hauled in 10 rebounds to help No. 25 Illinois beat Michigan on Friday night.
29 For Trent Frazier As Illini Hold Off Nebraska
Trent Frazier scored a season-high 29 points, Kofi Cockburn had his eighth straight double-double with 16 points and 13 rebounds, and No. 25 Illinois held off struggling Nebraska for a hard-earned victory Tuesday night.
Double-Double Machine Cockburn Sends Illini Past Maryland
Kofi Cockburn posted his seventh straight double-double, Trent Frazier scored 16 points and Illinois rallied after squandering an early lead to beat Maryland on Thursday night.
Ayo Dosunmu Calls Experience 'Very Emotional' As Illinois Retires His Jersey
It was a big night in Champaign Thursday for former Morgan Park and Fighting Illini basketball star and current Chicago Bull Ayo Dosunmu.
Illini Basketball Honors Chicago Bulls Star Ayo Dosunmu, Retires His School Jersey
"It's something you can't see visibly. But it's something you feel when you come in the gym."
Cockburn, Illinois Dominate Minnesota
Kofi Cockburn had 29 points, 10 rebounds and a season-high four blocks for his eighth double-double of the season and Illinois dominated Minnesota on Tuesday night for its fourth straight win in the series.
Cockburn, Plummer Lead Illini Past Missouri
Kofi Cockburn scored 25 points and grabbed 14 rebounds for his fifth straight double-double and Illinois breezed to an victory over Missouri on Wednesday night in the 41st edition of the Braggin' Rights game.
Cockburn, Plummer Dominant As Illini Beat Iowa
Brad Underwood and the Illini visited Iowa Monday night, trying to improve to 2-0 in conference play.
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South Austin shooting leaves teen in critical condition
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Former Bears running back Tarik Cohen suffers injury during training session
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Black real estate developers 'Buy Back the Block' for the future of West Woodlawn
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Some state lawmakers renew calls for DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down
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Man gets 37 months in prison for threatening violence at President Biden's inauguration
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Chicago early voting supersite for June primary election opens downtown on May 26th
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Aldermen to weigh more than $16 million in settlements in CPD misconduct lawsuits
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Work underway for new athletic field at Chicago's Farragut Career Academy High School
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Judge to take another look at innocence claims for James Bannister in murder he says he didn't commit
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Attorney argues before Illinois Supreme Court for release of 50 years of Chicago Police misconduct records
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Abbott Nutrition said after its plant in Sturgis, Michigan gets back in operation, product could be back on shelves in six to eight weeks, subject to approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
Chicago gas prices hit new record, at more than $5 per gallon
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Parents desperate, searching for options amid persistent nationwide baby formula shortage
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There is one more hurdle: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must decide whether to formally recommend the booster for this age group.
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COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
Advocate Aurora Health merging with Charlotte-based Atrium Health
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CPS launches 'Please Stay' campaign to promote mental health and prevent teen suicides
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FTX cryptocurrency exchange opens new headquarters in Chicago
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Boeing to move corporate headquarters from Chicago to Arlington, Virginia
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Mayor Lori Lightfoot places bet on Bally's plan for River West casino, but more hurdles remain
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Orlando Magic win NBA Draft Lottery at McCormick Place
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Cubs shut out Pirates for second straight night
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Mom charged after gun goes off in student's backpack at Disney Magnet School
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