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Illinois Advances to Final Four After Sweet Sixteen Win

The Fighting Illini defeated the Houston Cougars 71-65 in the Sweet Sixteen at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, on March 26, 2026, securing a berth in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Final Four.

The Fighting Illini defeated the Houston Cougars 71-65 in the Sweet Sixteen at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, on March 26, 2026, securing a berth in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Final Four.

Tomislav Ivisic (#13) celebrated the victory, while the team’s defense held Houston to a low shooting percentage.