sportsIllinois Advances to Final Four After Sweet Sixteen Win
Published March 29, 2026 · Updated March 29, 2026 ·
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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.