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Illinois’ Tough Schedule Aims for Championship | College Basketball News
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- Jul 19, 2026
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Illinois is firing on all cylinders again, with Coach Brad Underwood doubling down on his aggressive, championship-caliber schedule—even without star Keaton Wagler. He’s already locked in marquee non-conference matchups against UConn, Duke, and Texas Tech, believing early-season battles with top-tier teams build the grit and experience needed to go beyond the Final Four. This bold strategy, now gaining traction across college hoops, isn’t just about wins—it’s about forging a battle-tested program ready to dominate the NCAA Tournament. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b1a009f5dbb98d55