Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Andrej Stojakovic returning to Illinois basketball and three-star Class of 2026 forward Zavier Zens committing to the Illini. The guys discuss what Stojakovic's return means for the 2026-27 season, how Illinois was able to retain its Final Four core and what's next for the offseason. The guys also discuss what Zens, the 2026 Wisconsin Mr. Basketball brings to the program, and why Illinois went high school heavy this recruiting cycle. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 60% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CBS Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to talk about four key Illinois basketball players annoncing their returns to Illinois basketball for the 2026-27 season: David Mirkovic, Tomislav Ivisic, Zvonimir Ivisic and Jake Davis. The guys discuss what it means for the program, how they all can improve and what's next, including the latest on Andrej Stojakovic and John Blackwell. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at ⁠gamedayspirit.com⁠ when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 60% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discusses Illinois basketball's offseason, four-star QB Kamden Lopati's decommitment and names of interest from Illini football spring practice. The guys then catch up with Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green about the Illini's 2025-26 season, roster retention, the transfer portal and more. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at ⁠gamedayspirit.com⁠ when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 60% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball landing a commitment from Providence transfer guard Stefan Vaaks. The guys discuss how the Estonian fits with the Illini and what's next in their roster build. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at ⁠gamedayspirit.com⁠ when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 60% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois women's basketball landing LSU transfer guard Divine Bourrage and the latest with Illinois football recruiting. CBS Sports basketball writer Isaac Trotter then joins Werner to put a bow on the Illini basketball 2025-26 season and discuss the Illini's retention and transfer portal efforts. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at ⁠gamedayspirit.com⁠ when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 60% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss the Illini's Final Four loss to UConn and preview the offseason. LaTulip breaks down what went wrong against UConn and reflects on a special season. He then discusses the Illini's retention efforts and transfer possibilities for rebuilding the backcourt and filling a hole in the frontcourt. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at ⁠gamedayspirit.com⁠ when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 60% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's season-ending 71-62 loss to UConn in the Final Four. The guys discuss a tough shooting night, why UConn has had Illinois' number, the atmosphere at Lucas Oil Stadium and more. Then the guys discuss the offseason ahead, retention efforts and transfer portal focus. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at ⁠gamedayspirit.com⁠ when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From the Final Four in Indianapolis, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois vs. UConn and four-star guard Quentin Coleman's commitment to the Illini with CBS Sports director of scouting Adam Finkelstein and Kyle Tausk. The guys break down the huge turnout of Illini fans at Friday's open practice, final thoughts on the matchup with UConn and how Coleman fits in the Illini's future. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at ⁠gamedayspirit.com⁠ when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 75% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CBS Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter and Field of 68 content manager Trevor Vallese join Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to preview the Final Four. The University of Illinois alums break down the Illini's NCAA Tournament run so far, preview Saturday's semifinal matchup between Illinois and UConn and discuss the Illini's national title possibilities. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at ⁠gamedayspirit.com⁠ when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Omaha Steaks: Go to ⁠https://OmahaSteaks.com⁠ to shop their Spring Savings Event. And use promo code ILLINI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois clinching a spot in the Final Four and its matchup against UConn. LaTulip breaks down what this means for the program, Brad Underwood and the players. He then looks ahead to Saturday's semifinal between Illinois and UConn and why it is different than November's matchup in NYC. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Omaha Steaks: Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to shop their Spring Savings Event. And use promo code ILLINI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 71-59 Elite Eight win over Iowa to advance to the Final Four. The guys discuss how Brad Underwood led the program here, what it means for his legacy, why this team was the one to break through and some highlights from the game. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Factor: Head to ⁠factormeals.com/illini50off⁠ and use code illini50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to the Illini's Sweet Sixteen win over Houston and preview Saturday's Elite Eight game against Iowa. LaTulip discusses what led to the Illini's best defensive performance of the season, individual performances that stood out and what Illinois must do to knock off red-hot Iowa to make the Final Four. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at ⁠gamedayspirit.com⁠ when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Factor: Head to ⁠factormeals.com/illini50off⁠ and use code illini50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: ⁠https://apple.co/3oMt0NP⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8⁠ Other: ⁠https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct⁠ Go VIP for just 50% OFF: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz⁠ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 65-55 win over Houston in the Sweet Sixteen to advance to the Elite Eight to play No. 9 seed Iowa. The guys discuss the Illini's best defensive performance and toughest performance of the season, improved offense in the second half and Saturday's matchup against Iowa for the chance at a Final Four. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS * Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. * Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. * Factor: Head to ⁠factormeals.com/illini50off⁠ and use code illini50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: * Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP * Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 * Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner picks the brains of Derek Piper and Kyle Tausk to preview Thursday's Sweet Sixteen game between Illinois and Houston. The guys break down the Illini's first-weekend performance, their biggest concerns about Houston, their biggest reasons for optimism about Illinois and the X-factor for Illinois. The guys end the show by making their game predictions. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Factor: Head to ⁠factormeals.com/illini50off⁠ and use code illini50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

247Sports college basketball writer Kyle Tucker joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the top storylines of the NCAA Tournament so far, Illinois vs. Houston in the Sweet Sixteen and the Illini's ceiling in this tournament. Then Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner joins to recap Illinois women's basketball season, which ended with a Round of 32 loss to Vanderbilt, and looks ahead to the future of the program. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Factor: Head to ⁠factormeals.com/illini50off⁠ and use code illini50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's advancement into the Sweet Sixteen and preview Thursday's matchup against Houston. LaTulip discusses what stood out about the Illini's dominance against Penn and VCU and then breaks down the keys to the Illini against Houston, which was the national runner-up last season. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Factor: Head to factormeals.com/illini50off and use code illini50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball defeating VCU 76-55 to advance to the Sweet Sixteen. The guys discuss a well-rounded offensive performance, dominant defensive performance and some key individuals. The guys then look ahead to Thursday's matchup with No. 2 seed Houston. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to ⁠⁠https://www.OmahaSteaks.com⁠⁠ to get 50% off sitewide and an extra $35 off with promo code ILLINI247 at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's dominant 105-70 first-round NCAA Tournament win over Penn. The guys react to David Mirkovic's historic performance, Keaton Wagler's impressive first NCAAT game, a red-hot shooting display in the second half, Kylan Boswell's strong defense and more. Then the guys look ahead to Saturday's Round of 32 game against No. 11 seed VCU. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to ⁠⁠⁠https://www.OmahaSteaks.com⁠⁠⁠ to get 50% off sitewide and an extra $35 off with promo code ILLINI247 at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: ⁠https://apple.co/3oMt0NP⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8⁠ Other: ⁠https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct⁠ Go VIP for just 50% OFF: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz⁠ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CBS Sports' Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to play a Buy or Sell with Illinois men's basketball entering the NCAA Tournament, breaking down their draw in the Greenville pod and South region. Illini women's basketball great and radio color analyst Kendall Bostic then joins Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner to discuss the Illini women's draw in the NCAA Tournament as a No. 7 seed in Nashville, the great play of the underclassmen and Shauna Green's great success. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to ⁠⁠https://www.OmahaSteaks.com⁠⁠ to get 50% off sitewide and an extra $35 off with promo code ILLINI247 at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Follow Inside College Basketball Now on Apple or Spotify Jon Rothstein breaks down his bracket. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices