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Too-early men’s college basketball Top 25: Duke, Gonzaga, Houston start in front

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Those in the industry have always called this exercise the way-too-early Top 25. A more appropriate title in this transfer portal era of college basketball would be the almost-impossible Top 25. We realize this is a tough task, trying to speculate on who might return and who might leave and who might even be the … Read more

Illinois knocks off Iowa State in March Madness to reach Elite Eight

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BOSTON — Terrence Shannon Jr. spent most of the second half saddled with foul trouble. When it was finally time to check back in, the high-scoring wing didn’t hesitate. He put third-seeded Illinois on his back, leading the Illini to its first Elite Eight appearance since it reached the national championship game 19 years ago. … Read more