From Beyond Champaign

The No. 10 Illinois Fighting Illini fell to No. 3 Michigan Wolverines 84-70 at the State Farm Center in Champaign in a pivotal Big Ten matchup. Michigan’s balanced attack and dominant paint play helped them pull away in the second half and clinch the Big Ten regular-season title on the road. Michigan took control in the second half and extended a tight early contest into a decisive victory. Former...

SORRY I FORGOT TO UPLOAD EARLIER. Illinois just suffered a brutal 95–94 overtime loss to UCLA, blowing a 23-point lead and watching a coast-to-coast buzzer-beater end their night at Pauley Pavilion. Fans are still reeling from the collapse and the implications it could have on the rest of the season, especially with a big matchup against Michigan looming. In this episode, Cody breaks down:✅ What...

The #5 Illinois Fighting Illini saw their 12-game winning streak come to a heartbreaking end with an 85–82 overtime loss at No. 10 Michigan State. Illinois battled all night, but missed shots and key late plays ultimately swung the game in favor of the Spartans. Illinois shot just 36.6% from the field and 27.8% from three, and even though Keaton Wagler still contributed 16 points (many at the foul...

Illinois showed up with energy, execution, and toughness from start to finish, making a statement against a tough Nebraska squad to extend their winning streak to 11. From clutch plays to momentum-shifting moments, this one had everything fans love to see. The Illini defense set the tone all game—flying to the ball, forcing tough possessions, and shutting the door when it mattered most. Nebraska s...

What an unbelievable performance! Freshman Keaton Wagler exploded for a career-high 46 points — including nine made 3-pointers — to lead No. 11 Illinois to a stunning 88–82 road victory over No. 4 Purdue at Mackey Arena! 😱💪🏀📌 What went down in this game:• Wagler was unstoppable, shooting 13-for-17 overall, 9-for-11 from deep, and 11-for-13 at the line.• His 46 points set the Mackey Arena recor...

Illinois basketball faces a major test after Kylan Boswell suffered a fractured hand in practice, sidelining one of the Illini’s most important guards. Boswell’s leadership, defense, and playmaking have been central to Brad Underwood’s system—but now Illinois must adapt fast. In this episode, Cody breaks down what Boswell’s injury means, how long Illinois could be without him, and how the Illini c...

Tomorrow night, the No. 13 Illinois Fighting Illini hit the road to take on the Northwestern Wildcats in a BIG Big Ten showdown! Illinois comes into this matchup riding a season-best five-game win streak and looking to extend their momentum against a familiar rival. The Illini boast one of the best offenses in the conference and are clicking on both ends of the floor, eager to add another chapter...

Illinois basketball is turning the page to a new year with big expectations and even bigger questions. After a strong start and plenty of national buzz, the Illini are stepping into the heart of the season where hype turns into reality. In this episode, Cody breaks down where Illinois stands right now after straight wins to close out 2025, what’s working, what needs to improve, and the biggest sto...

SORRY I'M LATE ON UPLOADING THE AUDIO. Illinois went into the matchup as the favorite, but Nebraska had other plans. In a shocking Big Ten showdown, the Cornhuskers pulled off a huge upset over the Illini 83-80, flipping expectations and shaking up the conference picture. From clutch plays to momentum-shifting moments, this game had everything — and Illinois couldn’t recover when it mattered m...

The Illinois Fighting Illini pull off a huge road win at the Ohio State Buckeyes — final score 88-80 — to kick off Big Ten play with a statement. Keaton Wagler leads Illinois with 23 points and big plays down the stretch. David Mirkovic steps up with 22 points and 8 rebounds, fueling the Illini starting lineup. Balanced scoring from the Illini — including Andrej Stojakovic and Zvonimir Ivisic — pr...

What. A. Win. The Illinois Fighting Illini came through in a huge way, knocking off Tennessee Volunteers 75-62 in a physical, hard-fought battle at Music City Madness. Balanced scoring paced the Illini: Tomislav Ivisic and Keaton Wagler dropped 16 points each, while Kylan Boswell added 15 and David Mirkovic put up 10. The Illini’s defense stood firm — holding the Vols to just 62 points, the fewest...

The UConn Huskies dominated Illinois Fighting Illini in a wire-to-wire win, but Illinois showed flashes — here’s what stood out. The Huskies held the Illini to just 32.1% shooting overall and a brutal 20.7% from three. Illinois just couldn’t find rhythm or consistency from deep. Illinois’ offense lacked creativity & adjustments — Even when their big men (like Tomislav Ivišić) got opportunities...

Tomorrow, Illinois takes on Alabama at the United Center in Chicago in what promises to be one of the most electric non-conference showdowns of the season. The Illini bring their gritty defense and veteran leadership to the big stage, while the Crimson Tide roll in with high-powered scoring and up-tempo energy. We’ll break down the key players, matchups to watch, and what each team needs to do to...

FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER: https://x.com/cody_illini A huge non-conference win for the Illini! No. 14 Illinois took down No. 11 Texas Tech 81-77 in a nail-biter. Andrej Stojaković exploded for 23 points and sealed the win with a block on a potential tying three-pointer in the final seconds. Kylan Boswell chipped in 22 points, helping take the momentum and push Illinois when it mattered most. Illinois j...

FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER https://x.com/cody_illini In a dominant performance, the No. 17 Illinois Fighting Illini blitzed Florida Gulf Coast 113-70, marking their second straight 100-point outing to start the season. Guard Kylan Boswell exploded with a career-high 31 points plus 10 rebounds. Freshman stepped up AGAIN: David Mirkovic tallied 17 points and 11 rebounds, and Keaton Wagler added 22 points...

SUBSCRIBE ON AUDIO: https://linktr.ee/cody_cubsFOLLOW ME ON TWITTER: https://x.com/cody_illiniIn this edition of From Beyond Champaign, Cody dives into the season opener at the State Farm Center where freshman David Mirkovic wasted no time building off his exhibition performance against Illinois State. Mirkovic dropped 19 points, hauled in 14 rebounds, and added 4 assists in his Illinois debut. Hi...

Eariler this week, international guard Mihailo Petrovic was officially cleared by the NCAA and will suit up for Illinois Basketball in 2025-26. Petrovic brings pro experience from Europe, having averaged 14.2 points and 7.3 assists last season overseas. With his eligibility now resolved, Illinois adds a seasoned, mature point guard to its roster. What should Illini fans expect from him to start th...

The hometown guard is back and ready to lead. After transferring home and posting a breakout junior season, Kylan Boswell steps into his senior campaign with high expectations. Let’s dive into what to watch, what he needs to improve, and how his role can expand. Boswell averaged 12.3 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game last season (2024-25) after starting 34 of 35 games.

The Fighting Illini cruised to a 92‑65 win in their exhibition opener, but it wasn’t just about the score — this game offered a lot of insight into what this team might become in 2025‑26.Coach Brad Underwood’s system appeared to be clicking — or at least being exercised — even without some key players, including Tomislav Ivisic, Andrej Stojakovic, Mhailo Petrovic and Ty Rodgers. Freshman forward D...

COLLEGE BASKETBALL IS BACK! Illinois takes on the Illinois State Redbirds in an exhibition matchup tomorrow! This in-state showdown will give fans a first look at the 2025-26 Illini squad before the regular season tips off. Head coach Brad Underwood confirmed that four players, including Ty Rodgers, Tomislav Ivišić, Andrej Stojaković, and Mihailo Petrović will be out for this exhibition, impacting...

Over the weekend, Zvonimir Ivisic committed to Illinois in a not so shocking fashion. He will come and play in Champaign with his brother Tomislav. How can the two co-exist on the court and can Brad Underwood and his coaching staff unlock the potential everyone raved about headed into his first season at Kentucky? Zvonimir averaged 8.5 ppg, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game with Arkansas. Tune...

If you don't win the championship, the season always ends in a loss. That has once again happened to end another Illinois season as they fell 86-75 to the Wildcats. Kylan Boswell had one of his best games, Tomislav Ivisic did his part, Tre White had some moments but Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley together had off games and in the end didn't have enough to help Illinois get to the Sweet...

What a start to the dance! Illinois was scorching hot in the second half lead by Will Riley and Kylan Boswell earning a double digit lead and never looking back. Are you surprised? Can they repeat this against Kentucky on Sunday? There's so much to react to and Cody Delmendo and guest Sam Olbur have it for you on this edition of From Beyond Champaign. WATCH ON YOUTUBE

The big dance is finally here. The NCAA Tournament starts today, but the Illini don't open play until Friday in Milwaukee against Xavier after a come from behind victory over Texas. Historically, 11-seeds have done well against 6-seeds in this tournament. Can the Illini change that? Tune in with Cody Delmendo for this first round preview on this edition of From Beyond Champaign. WATCH ON YOUTU...

Brad Underwood just will never figure out how to beat Maryland. One day after pounding Iowa, Illinois got pounded by Maryland 88-65. Tomislav Ivisic had his worst ga,e of the season, compiling three fouls in the first half basically taking him completely out of the game and a matchup that definitely needed him to be apart of if Illinois was ever going to have a chance to win. Illinois now waits un...