Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois basketball's 77-71 loss to No. 3 Purdue. LaTulip breaks down how Illinois competed with Purdue but what let them down in the second half, and he discusses the trouble in guarding Purdue, Terrence Shannon Jr.'s off night, the Illini's rotations, Marcus Domask's big week and a big-time atmosphere at State Farm C...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to the Illini falling to Purdue on senior night in Champaign 77-71. The guys break down a huge night from Edey and how the Boilermakers were able to fend off Domask and the Illini down the stretch.

Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner and Derek Piper react to the Illini earning their fourth straight victory at Kohl Center behind 31 points from Marcus Domask. The guys break down the quad one win for the Illini and another strong day from Illinois' big three.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner talks Illinois basketball bracketology with Brad Evans of TheGamingJuice.com. Evans breaks down the Illini's seeding spectrum heading into March, what he thinks of their capability in the tournament and draws Illinois will want to avoid. Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner then joins Werner to discuss a six-pack of Illini questions, including the NFL Scouting Combine, Ill...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to the Illini lighting up the scoreboard and defeating Minnesota 105-97 in Champaign. The guys break down another strong offensive showing from Illinois while the defensive struggles continue. The guys also discuss big games from Terrence Shannon Jr. Marcus Domask, Coleman Hawkins and Dain Dainja, and then they look ahead to a huge game at Wisc...

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip breaks down Illinois basketball's 95-85 win over Iowa. LaTulip discusses Brad Underwood's line change and how Niccolò Moretti, Justin Harmon and Amani Hansberry influenced the game off the bench and what their roles could be moving forward. LaTulip also discusses a bounce-back performance by Coleman Hawkins and why he was so encouraged by the Illini'...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to the Illini bouncing back against Iowa 95-85 in Champaign. The guys break down Coleman Hawkins' career day and major bench contributions from Niccolò Moretti, Dain Dainja, Amani Hansberry and Justin Harmon. The guys then look ahead to what's next and discuss the significance of Brad Underwood's fifth-straight 20-win season.  Follow the Illin...

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner reacts to the Illini collapsing at Penn State 90-89. The guys break down a career game from Terrence Shannon Jr. and late game issues that lead to Illinois giving up an 8-0 run in the final 35 seconds.

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois basketball's 85-80 win at Maryland, including how Illinois closed out the Terrapins and Terrence Shannon Jr.'s elite play. LaTulip then discusses the Big Ten title race following Purdue's loss at Ohio State. LaTulip then ranks the Big Ten coaching jobs into tiers. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple:...

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball finally winning in College Park with a 85-80 win at Maryland. The guys break down big games from Terrence Shannon Jr. and Marcus Domask as well as Brad Underwood winning his first game at Maryland. The guys talk about what the win means for the team moving forward and then take questions live from YouTube. Follow the Illi...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to the Illini dominating Michigan 97-68 in Champaign. The guys break down Terrence Shannon Jr. and Coleman Hawkins combining for 48 points as Juwan Howard moves to 0-8 all time vs Brad Underwood.

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip reviews Illinois basketball's 88-80 loss at Michigan State. He breaks down the Illini's recent late-game issues, a slipping defense and some slumping seniors. He looks ahead to Tuesday's home game against Michigan and Saturday's trip to Maryland. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple:  https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify:  https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois basketball's 88-80 loss at Michigan State. The guys discuss the Illini's late-game issues as MSU outscored Illinois 24-8 during the final seven minutes. The guys also discuss the Illini's slipping defense of late and a big game by Terrence Shannon Jr. (28 points). The guys look ahead to Tuesday's game at Michigan as well. Follow the...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois football's staff shakeup, including Charlie Bullen's departure, the hiring of WRs coach Justin Stepp, the expected hiring of LBs coach Archie McDaniel and initial impressions of DBs coach David Gibbs. The guys also discuss the addition of three-star Kansas DB Tanner Heckel and review the 2024 recruiting class. Follow the Illini Inqui...

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's overtime win over Nebraska and previews Saturday's B1G matchup at Michigan State. LaTulip discusses what Illinois did to eke out a win over the Cornhuskers but also what led to the late collapse, as well as his thoughts on individual performances by Coleman Hawkins, Ty Rodgers and Terrence Shannon...

City/Suburban Hoops Report's Joe Henricksen joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's in-state recruiting efforts. Henricksen discusses Illini signee Morez Johnson's improvement as a senior and what immediate impact he can make on the Illini during the 2024-25 season. Henricksen also discusses Illini Class of 2025 commit Jeremiah Fears' fit with the Illini before divin...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois basketball's 87-84 win over Nebraska. The guys break down what lead to the Illini almost blowing a late double digit lead but hanging on in overtime.

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip reacts to Illinois basketball winning back-to-back Big Ten games against Indiana and Ohio State. He discusses Terrence Shannon Jr.'s breakout second half at OSU and what it could mean for the team moving forward, how Ty Rodgers has become an offensive weapon, whether Marcus Domask is the best transfer in the Big Ten and some emerging depth. LaTulip t...

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 87-75 win at Ohio State. The guys discuss whether Terrence Shannon Jr. knocked off the rust with 18 of his 23 points in the second half, another big game for Marcus Domask (23 points), Ty Rodgers' second career double-double and some key performances from the bench. The guys then look ahead to Sunday's game against Nebr...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with Joey Wagner and Ryan Easterling about three early Illini football commitments in the Class of 2025: OL Michael McDonough, OL Griffin Rousseau and QB Carson Boyd. The guys discuss how they fit, who could be next in the class and Bret Bielema's coaching staff turnover. Werner then chats with 247Sports national college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins I...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 70-62 win over short-handed Indiana. The guys discuss concerns from an ugly game against a short-handed opponent and what the Illini did to avoid a Quad 3 loss. The guys then look ahead to Tuesday's game at Ohio State.

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 96-91 overtime loss at Northwestern. The guys discuss the Illini's defensive struggles, Terrence Shannon Jr.'s first road experience and what the loss means moving forward. The guys also preview Saturday's home game against Indiana. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the latest with Illinois football's offseason. The guys discuss the hiring of UCF assistant coach David Gibbs as the new defensive backs coach and what he brings to the staff. The guys also discuss commitments from Florida State defensive line transfer Dennis Briggs Jr. and three-star offensive lineman Michael McDonough, the Illini's first co...

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss a week of two Big Ten wins for No. 10-ranked Illinois over Michigan and Rutgers. LaTulip breaks down Coleman Hawkins' dominant week and how Terrence Shannon Jr.'s return impacts the team. LaTulip then looks ahead to this week's games at Northwestern and vs. Indiana. LaTulip also shares his experience of when Illinois up...

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to four-star Class of 2025 Compass Prep guard and Joliet (Ill.) native committing to Illinois basketball. The guys discuss what he brings to the program and how he fits in -- and who could be next in the Class of 2025.