Illinois predictions and picks
Mako Bets writes a full preview of every Illinois game: the matchup, the players who decide it, injuries and the line.
Next games
- Illinois vs Pennsylvania prediction · Thu, Nov 5, 2026
Mirkovic's foot and a rebuilt backcourt shadow Illinois' early test with Penn - Illinois at Texas Tech prediction · Tue, Nov 10, 2026
Short-handed Illinois opens its road slate against Texas Tech's rebuilt shooters
Illinois this season
No. 3 in the poll · 0-0 overall · 0-0 in conference · 0-0 at home · 0-0 on the road
Key stats
| Stat | Illinois |
|---|---|
| Adjusted offensive efficiency (pts per 100 poss, opponent-adjusted) | 133.4 (1st of 365) |
| Adjusted defensive efficiency (pts allowed per 100 poss, opponent-adjusted) | 96.8 (21st of 365) |
| Adjusted net efficiency (per 100 poss) | 36.6 (4th of 365) |