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Illinois Aims for Championship After Final Four | College Basketball News
Illinois basketball’s wild Final Four run last April—just two wins shy of a national title—left a bittersweet taste, but the team’s returning core is fueled by that near-miss. Coach Brad Underwood’s legacy is cemented, but he’s pushing the squad to forge a new identity this season. Players like Andrej Stojakovic and Jake Davis, who battled injuries and heartbreak, bring fresh fire to the roster. With five key players back, the offseason is dubbed “The Retention,” but Underwood insists this isn’t a repeat—it’s a reinvention. The goal? Turn that close call into a championship. Listen in…
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