Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler's record-setting 46-point game against Purdue sparked his All-American season and Final Four run.

After ripping off 12 straight wins and climbing as high as No. 5 in the AP poll, Illinois sputtered through the tail-end of its regular season, finishing its scheduled slate at just 4-4. Less than 100 ...

A $7.4 billion national settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family has taken effect, with Illinois set to receive $148.8 million over 15 years for opioid treatment, prevention and recovery.

Purdue head coach Matt Painter speaks with the media about his time at SIU Carbondale ahead of an NCAA Tournament game vs. Queens during a press conference on Thursday, March 19, 2026. (NCAA/Veritone) ...

Series: Purdue leads 91-84. The Boilers have won three straight in the series and six of their last nine meetings. Today's game is their first matchup this season. Illinois plays at Mackey Arena on ...