Illinois Fighting Illini Men's Basketball Schedule 2026-27, Dates, Start-Times, Channels, Venues, Where to watch, Streaming.
The 2026-27 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball schedule features a competitive mix of non-conference games and Big Ten matchups. After finishing the 2025-26 season with a strong 28-9 record and second place in the Big Ten, Illinois will look to build on that success when the new season begins in November 2026.
The Fighting Illini will face several major opponents, including Duke, Texas Tech, UConn, Missouri, North Carolina, Purdue, Michigan State, and Wisconsin.
Below, you can find the complete 2026-27 Illinois basketball schedule, including game dates, opponents, home and away matchups, tip-off times, TV information, and details about the printable PDF schedule. Game times and broadcast details will be updated as they become available.
2026-27 Illinois Basketball Schedule: Quick Facts
Team: Illinois Fighting Illini
Conference: Big Ten
2025-26 Record: 28-9
2025-26 Big Ten Finish: 2nd
2026-27 Season Start: November 2026
Big Ten Tournament: March 10-14, 2027
Tournament Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana
2026-27 Illinois Basketball Season Preview
Illinois enters the 2026-27 college basketball season following an impressive campaign in which the Fighting Illini finished 28-9 and secured second place in the Big Ten standings.
The upcoming schedule presents several challenging non-conference tests and important conference matchups. Games against Duke, Texas Tech, UConn, and North Carolina will provide opportunities for Illinois to compete against prominent programs before and during Big Ten play.
The conference schedule also features matchups against traditional rivals and competitive Big Ten opponents, including Purdue, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan State, and Ohio State.
Fans can follow the official Illinois athletics website for the latest roster news, player updates, and schedule announcements.
Full 2026-27 Illinois Fighting Illini Basketball Schedule
Here is the complete month-by-month schedule for the 2026-27 Illinois men's basketball season. All game times and TV information are listed as TBD until officially confirmed.
November 2026
Nov. 2: vs. Fairleigh Dickinson, Home
Nov. 5: vs. Penn, Home
Nov. 10: at Texas Tech, Away
Nov. 13: vs. Sam Houston, Home
Nov. 17: at Duke, Away
Nov. 20: vs. Eastern Illinois, Home
Nov. 23: vs. Winthrop, Home
Nov. 27: vs. Western Kentucky, Home
December 2026
Dec. 4: vs. UConn, Neutral
Dec. 8: at Minnesota, Away
Dec. 12: vs. Penn State, Home
Dec. 20: vs. Missouri, Neutral
Dec. 29: vs. Seattle, Home
January 2027
Jan. 2: at Wisconsin, Away
Jan. 5: vs. Purdue, Home
Jan. 9: vs. Ohio State, Home
Jan. 13: at Northwestern, Away
Jan. 16: at Maryland, Away
Jan. 19: vs. Nebraska, Home
Jan. 24: at Indiana, Away
Jan. 27: vs. USC, Home
Jan. 30: vs. North Carolina, Neutral
February 2027
Feb. 2: vs. UCLA, Home
Feb. 5: vs. Michigan State, Home
Feb. 9: at Michigan, Away
Feb. 12: at Purdue, Away
Feb. 16: vs. Northwestern, Home
Feb. 20: at Oregon, Away
Feb. 23: at Washington, Away
Feb. 28: vs. Wisconsin, Home
March 2027
Mar. 3: at Rutgers, Away
Mar. 6: vs. Iowa, Home
Mar. 10-14: Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament, Indianapolis, Indiana
2027 Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament
The 2027 Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament is scheduled for March 10-14 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The tournament will bring together Big Ten programs for the conference championship and an opportunity to strengthen their NCAA Tournament prospects.
Illinois will aim to carry its regular-season performance into the postseason and compete for the Big Ten tournament title.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2026-27 Illinois basketball season start?
The 2026-27 Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball season begins in November 2026. The schedule lists the season opener against Fairleigh Dickinson on November 2.
How did Illinois finish the 2025-26 basketball season?
Illinois finished the 2025-26 season with a 28-9 overall record and placed second in the Big Ten Conference.
Who does Illinois play in its 2026-27 non-conference schedule?
Illinois has several notable non-conference opponents on its schedule, including Texas Tech, Duke, UConn, Missouri, and North Carolina.
When is the 2027 Big Ten Basketball Tournament?
The 2027 Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament is scheduled for March 10-14, 2027, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Where can I find the printable 2026-27 Illinois basketball schedule?
A printable one-page PDF schedule can provide the full list of Illinois games, including non-conference and Big Ten matchups. Check the schedule page for the PDF download option and updates.
Where can I watch Illinois basketball games in 2026-27?
Television networks and streaming information will be announced as the season approaches. Check the official Illinois athletics website and updated schedule listings for confirmed broadcast details.
Follow the 2026-27 Illinois Basketball Schedule
The 2026-27 season features a full slate of non-conference challenges and Big Ten competition for the Fighting Illini. With matchups against Duke, UConn, North Carolina, Purdue, and other notable programs, Illinois fans will have plenty of games to follow.
Bookmark this page for the latest Illinois basketball schedule updates, including confirmed tip-off times, TV channels, and printable PDF information throughout the 2026-27 college basketball season.
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