The Latest Breaking News from Brad Underwood

Kofi Cockburn, Illinois’ supersized BMOC, is a still-growing force that can’t be contained

Big body, big game, big heart, big smile … big future? The junior center just might have it all.

Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 19, 2022

Who’s kicking whose you-know-what? Illini eager to scrap with Spartans on Saturday

After being "punked" in its last outing, Illinois should be fighting mad, coach Brad Underwood says.

Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 18, 2022

So good, so soon for Bulls’ Ayo Dosunmu? Illinois’ Brad Underwood scoffs at surprise

"People don’t really know these kids," Underwood said. "You guys only know what you see."

Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 15, 2022

College Hoops Mailbag: Louisville and Maryland Coaching Candidates, More

Plus, answering your bracket-related questions and why Fred Hoiberg is struggling in his return to college.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 28, 2022

Things get heated as Bulls fall to Bucks in their first showdown of season

It was an ugly game epitomized by a third-quarter flagrant-2 foul on Milwaukee’s Grayson Allen, who all but threw Alex Caruso to the ground and was ejected from the game.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 22, 2022

Without Cockburn, No. 17 Illinois falls at Maryland

The Terrapins beat the Illini 81-65 with Cockburn sidelined because of a concussion. With the star big man unavailable, the Terps enjoyed a 40-16 scoring advantage in the paint.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 22, 2022

Purdue 96, Illinois 88 (2OT): Andre Curbelo makes long-awaited return in instant classic

Is it Feb. 10 yet? That’s when the Illini and Boilermakers meet again.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 17, 2022