Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 758 - Mike LaTulip on Nebraska win, MSU matchup Feb 06, 2024

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Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's overtime win over Nebraska and previews Saturday's B1G matchup at Michigan State. LaTulip discusses what Illinois did to eke out a win over the Cornhuskers but also what led to the late collapse, as well as his thoughts on individual performances by Coleman Hawkins, Ty Rodgers and Terrence Shannon Jr. LaTulip then previews the Illini's big game Saturday at Michigan State before LaTulip and Werner discuss their midseason All-Big Ten basketball teams.

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Ep. 757 - Joe Henricksen on Illini basketball in-state recruiting Feb 05, 2024

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City/Suburban Hoops Report's Joe Henricksen joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's in-state recruiting efforts. Henricksen discusses Illini signee Morez Johnson's improvement as a senior and what immediate impact he can make on the Illini during the 2024-25 season. Henricksen also discusses Illini Class of 2025 commit Jeremiah Fears' fit with the Illini before diving into some new Illini in-state offers, including 2025 Peoria Manual guard Dietrich Richardson, 2025 Rolling Meadows forward Ian Miletic and 2026 Kankakee guard Lincoln Williams. Henricksen also gives thoughts on 2025 guard Phoenix Gill and 2026 guard Gabe Sularski as well as the DePaul job opening.

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Ep. 756 - Illini edge Nebraska 87-84 in overtime Feb 05, 2024

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois basketball's 87-84 win over Nebraska. The guys break down what lead to the Illini almost blowing a late double digit lead but hanging on in overtime.

Ep. 755 - Mike LaTulip on Illini's winning week Feb 01, 2024

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Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip reacts to Illinois basketball winning back-to-back Big Ten games against Indiana and Ohio State. He discusses Terrence Shannon Jr.'s breakout second half at OSU and what it could mean for the team moving forward, how Ty Rodgers has become an offensive weapon, whether Marcus Domask is the best transfer in the Big Ten and some emerging depth. LaTulip then previews Sunday's home game against Nebraska and discusses the hot seat in the Big Ten.

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Ep. 754 - Illini beat Buckeyes 87-75 Jan 31, 2024

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Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 87-75 win at Ohio State. The guys discuss whether Terrence Shannon Jr. knocked off the rust with 18 of his 23 points in the second half, another big game for Marcus Domask (23 points), Ty Rodgers' second career double-double and some key performances from the bench. The guys then look ahead to Sunday's game against Nebraska.

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Ep. 753 - Quick start to Illini Class of 2025; Isaac Trotter on B1G hoops' midseason breakdown Jan 29, 2024

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with Joey Wagner and Ryan Easterling about three early Illini football commitments in the Class of 2025: OL Michael McDonough, OL Griffin Rousseau and QB Carson Boyd. The guys discuss how they fit, who could be next in the class and Bret Bielema's coaching staff turnover. Werner then chats with 247Sports national college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down Big Ten basketball at the midway point. The guys discuss Illinois basketball since Terrence Shannon Jr.'s return and how the team improves defensively. The guys also discuss the conference coaches on the hottest seats, the Big Ten Coach of the Year favorites and who can squeeze into the NCAA Tournament.

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Ep. 752 - Illini win ugly 70-62 over Indiana Jan 28, 2024

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 70-62 win over short-handed Indiana. The guys discuss concerns from an ugly game against a short-handed opponent and what the Illini did to avoid a Quad 3 loss. The guys then look ahead to Tuesday's game at Ohio State.

Ep. 751 - Illini fall in OT thriller at Northwestern Jan 25, 2024

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Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 96-91 overtime loss at Northwestern. The guys discuss the Illini's defensive struggles, Terrence Shannon Jr.'s first road experience and what the loss means moving forward. The guys also preview Saturday's home game against Indiana.

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Ep. 750 - Illini football adds Gibbs to staff, two commitments Jan 24, 2024

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the latest with Illinois football's offseason. The guys discuss the hiring of UCF assistant coach David Gibbs as the new defensive backs coach and what he brings to the staff. The guys also discuss commitments from Florida State defensive line transfer Dennis Briggs Jr. and three-star offensive lineman Michael McDonough, the Illini's first commitment in the Class of 2025. The guys then discuss a huge recruiting weekend ahead for Illini football, Seth Coleman's return and the UI's statement on Terrence Shannon Jr.'s return to play.

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Ep. 749 - Mike LaTulip on Shannon's return, Hawkins' big week Jan 23, 2024

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Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss a week of two Big Ten wins for No. 10-ranked Illinois over Michigan and Rutgers. LaTulip breaks down Coleman Hawkins' dominant week and how Terrence Shannon Jr.'s return impacts the team. LaTulip then looks ahead to this week's games at Northwestern and vs. Indiana. LaTulip also shares his experience of when Illinois upset No. 1 Indiana in 2013.

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