‘Go win two more games one more time’: Illinois basketball is approaching history
There’s no reason to believe the Illini can’t win the whole thing.
On this episode of Oskee Talk, TCR’s Brandt Dolce checks in following Illinois’ thrilling run to the Final Four (2:59). We discuss how the narrative surrounding Illini basketball has been forever changed (9:07) and Illinois’ defensive turnaround (21:58). We also compliment Iowa’s March Madness run (31:43), examine how the Illini’s narrow regular-season losses may have benefitted them in the tournament (37:21), and the challenges of reaching the Elite Eight and Final Four consistently (45:59).
Brandt & I revisit Brad Underwood meaning what he said nine years ago (57:18), examine Illinois’ second half surges (60:21), and where the victories against Houston & Iowa rank in program history (64:22). Finally, we discuss whether the Illini are back “where they belong” (68:57), Brad Underwood deserving this moment (72:49), and express our gratitude for former Illini (89:56). Click HERE to listen!
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