Illinois Secures Big Ten Title, Sets Sights on NCAA Tournament

Led by Terrence Shannon Jr.'s 34 points, Illinois claims its second Big Ten Tournament victory in four years, amidst off-court challenges.

Terrence Shannon Jr. led Illinois to a Big Ten Tournament victory with a standout performance, scoring 34 points in the championship game against Wisconsin.
Illinois, now the winningest team in the Big Ten over the last five seasons, claimed its second conference tournament title in four years.
Shannon, facing a rape charge in Kansas, has been quiet off the court, with his suspension overruled by a federal judge citing a lack of due process.
The Illini, seeded No. 3 in the East Region, are set to face Morehead State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in Omaha, Nebraska.
Illinois aims for its most victories since the 2004-05 season and its first national championship under the guidance of coach Brad Underwood.