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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 32 MIN

Illinois vs. Michigan Preview: Can the Illini Stop the #3 Wolverines? 🏀

from Armchair Illini Podcast · host Austin Burklund

Welcome back to another edition of the Armchair Illini podcast with host Alex Kyi and Robby Nardini! In what is arguably the biggest game day preview of the year, we break down the massive Friday night showdown between Illinois and the #3 ranked Michigan Wolverines at the State Farm Center. [What’s Inside this Episode] The Return of Morez Johnson: We discuss the heavy storyline of former Illini commit Morez Johnson returning to Champaign and why the crowd might give him an "Eric Gordon" level reception. Frontcourt Battle: A look at how Illinois' David Mirkovic and the Ivisic twins match up against Michigan’s elite size, including 7'3" Aday Mara and Morez Johnson. Keys to the Game: Why winning the rebounding battle and controlling the pace in transition is vital to neutralizing Michigan’s speed. Predictions: Can the Illini pull off the upset in the first Top 10 matchup at home in years? [Giveaway Alert! 🎁] Our Hamilton Walker’s giveaway is LIVE! We are giving away a $50 gift card to the best dining experience in Champaign-Urbana. Check out our social media pages below to enter! +2 Links & Social Media 🔗 Official Website: Armchairillini.com 📸 Instagram: @ArmchairIllini 🐦 X (Twitter): @ArmchairIllini Facebook: Facebook.com/Armchairillini Support the Show: If you enjoyed this preview, please SUBSCRIBE and LIKE this video! It helps us continue providing the best Illini content out there. #Illini #EveryDayGuys #BigTenBasketball #IllinoisBasketball #MichiganWolverines #CollegeBasketball #ArmchairIllini

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