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An exploration of the counterfactual seasons that could have unfolded if key Illinois seniors had been allowed to return for a fifth year, and the ripple effects on the Fighting Illini's national standing.
After eight years at Florida Atlantic and five as an assistant at Gonzaga, Jorge Sanz announced his departure on social media, leaving the program with a key hole to fill before the 2026‑27 season.
From 2000 to 2026 Illinois repeatedly outscored Indiana by wide margins, turning a storied rivalry into a showcase of dominance.
A look at Illinois' most decisive victories over Indiana, highlighting key players and scores across two decades.
The Boilermakers will face Gonzaga, DePaul, Oklahoma, Iowa State and Tennessee, while also testing themselves against rising mid‑major teams such as Valparaiso and Illinois State.
Purdue’s upcoming non‑conference schedule features six high‑impact matchups against rising mid‑major programs, a move designed to fortify its NCAA tournament prospects.
After guiding Valparaiso to its best conference performance in school history, Roger Powell has earned a multi‑year contract extension, underscoring a broader trend of Gonzaga‑trained coaches thriving elsewhere.