Illinois Women's Basketball Set to Face Creighton in NCAA Tournament

The Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball team is set to make their fifth consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance as a No. 6 seed, facing the winner of the Texas vs. Xavier matchup in Milwaukee. With a record of 21-12, the Illini have had a challenging season marked by injuries but are hopeful for a strong performance, especially from standout freshman Kasparas Jakucionis. Meanwhile, the Illinois women's basketball team has secured a spot in the NCAA Tournament for the second time in three years, drawing an 8-seed and will play Creighton in Austin, Texas. The women's team, also hindered by injuries, finished the season with a 21-9 record, featuring three 1,000-point scorers. Both teams are looking to advance in the tournament, with the men's team potentially facing second-seed Kentucky in the next round if they win. The excitement for March Madness continues to build for both Illini programs as they prepare for their respective challenges.