EPISODE · Jan 15, 2026 · 13 MIN
FINALLY!: Illinois BEATS Northwestern in Evanston 79-68 | Is Tomislav Ivisic BACK?!
from Talk Illini · host Sunny
Illinois goes into Evanston and finally gets the job done. No. 13 Illinois knocks off Northwestern 79–68 for a sixth straight win, and this one felt like a real “grown-up” performance in a building that has been a problem lately. Keaton Wagler once again took over in the second half, but the story of the night might be Tomislav Ivisic looking like the old version of himself, scoring 21 and hitting monster shots late to slam the door.This win showed exactly why Illinois is so dangerous right now — balance, maturity, and the ability to answer every run. Northwestern got a career night from Jayden Reid and kept pushing, but Illinois stayed business-like and closed like a contender. With Illinois stacking road wins and proving it can win in multiple ways, the question is starting to feel real… is this the best team of the Brad Underwood era?👉 Drop a comment: Who was the player of the game — Wagler or Ivisic?👍 Like and subscribe for more Illinois basketball coverage every week.--------------------------Join the Talk Illini Discord! https://discord.gg/cN9XCg9SReach out to [email protected] for business inquiries!--------------------------"Talk Illini" is your go-to source for all things Illinois Fighting Illini, hosted by Sunny Verma & Jonathan Rhoades in partnership with Orange and Blue News and On3. Every week, dive into insightful analysis, exclusive interviews, and the latest recruiting news on Illini football, basketball, and beyond. Join us for hour-long episodes packed with expert breakdowns, behind-the-scenes stories, and conversations with coaches, athletes, and insiders. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a newcomer to Illinois athletics, "Talk Illini" will keep you informed, entertained, and connected to the orange and blue. Subscribe now and make Talk Illini your #1 spot for Illini sports content!
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Illinois goes into Evanston and finally gets the job done. No. 13 Illinois knocks off Northwestern 79–68 for a sixth straight win, and this one felt like a real “grown-up” performance in a building that has been a problem lately. Keaton Wagler once again took over in the second half, but the story of the night might be Tomislav Ivisic looking like the old version of himself, scoring 21 and hitting monster shots late to slam the door.This win showed exactly why Illinois is so dangerous right now — balance, maturity, and the ability to answer every run. Northwestern got a career night from Jayden Reid and kept pushing, but Illinois stayed business-like and closed like a contender. With Illinois stacking road wins and proving it can win in multiple ways, the question is starting to feel real… is this the best team of the Brad Underwood era?👉 Drop a comment: Who was the player of the game — Wagler or Ivisic?👍 Like and subscribe for more Illinois basketball coverage every week.--------------------------Join the Talk Illini Discord! https://discord.gg/cN9XCg9SReach out to [email protected] for business inquiries!--------------------------"Talk Illini" is your go-to source for all things Illinois Fighting Illini, hosted by Sunny Verma & Jonathan Rhoades in partnership with Orange and Blue News and On3. Every week, dive into insightful analysis, exclusive interviews, and the latest recruiting news on Illini football, basketball, and beyond. Join us for hour-long episodes packed with expert breakdowns, behind-the-scenes stories, and conversations with coaches, athletes, and insiders. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a newcomer to Illinois athletics, "Talk Illini" will keep you informed, entertained, and connected to the orange and blue. Subscribe now and make Talk Illini your #1 spot for Illini sports content!
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