Keepin’ It Orange & Blue

Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. are making Illini fans proud on the playoff stage. In this clip from KIOB EP 193, the guys talk about Io and TSJ playing meaningful minutes together for the Wolves, helping swing the Western Conference semifinals, and showing why Illinois fans still ride with their guys long after they leave Champaign. From Io’s big-time scoring nights to Shannon’s impact in key moments, it’s been a fun postseason run for two former Illini stars. Full episode: https://tinyurl.com/mv743h95 #illini #IllinoisBasketball #IoDosunmu #TerrenceShannonJr #NBAPlayoffs #KIOB #200Columns

Andre Stojaković has the NBA tools — size, athleticism, length, and the ability to attack the rim — but the next step is clear: improve the shooting, court awareness, and playmaking. In this clip from KIOB EP 193, the guys discuss why testing the NBA Draft process makes sense for Andre, what feedback he is likely to receive, and why returning to Illinois could set him up for a bigger role, another Final Four push, and a stronger first-round case next year. Full episode: https://tinyurl.com/mv743h95 #illini #IllinoisBasketball #AndreStojakovic #NBADraft #KIOB #200Columns

Kevin Ducey is back on Keepin’ It Orange and Blue for Episode 193, and the guys dive into a busy Illini offseason conversation. Ryan and Kevin break down the latest NBA Draft Combine storylines, including Kasparas Jakucionis’ lottery outlook, Kylan Boswell’s pro opportunity, and why Andre Stojaković testing the draft process still makes sense for both him and Illinois. The guys also discuss what Stojaković’s return would mean for the Illini’s national title expectations next season. On the football side, the conversation turns to in-state recruiting, including Cameron Wagner’s recruitment and Illinois landing Mason Halaman from Lincoln-Way East. They also touch on the quarterback room, Carson Boyd, Kaelin Hower, Art Sitkowski’s recruiting work, and what the future could look like under Bret Bielema. The episode wraps with Illini in the NFL Draft, Illinois golf, baseball, tennis, softball, and a look at former Illini stars Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. making noise in the NBA playoffs. Topics include: Illinois basketball NBA Draft Combine updates Andre Stojaković’s future Kasparas Jakucionis draft projection Kylan Boswell’s pro outlook Illinois football recruiting Cameron Wagner and Mason Halaman Illini quarterback room Luke Altmyer, Gabe Jacas, Miles Scott, and more NFL Draft talk Illinois golf and baseball updates Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. in the NBA playoffs Subscribe to Keepin’ It Orange and Blue for Illini basketball, football, recruiting, and everything Illinois athletics. #illini #IllinoisBasketball #IllinoisFootball #KIOB #200Columns

Former #illini expected to be on sidelines for Dan Campbell. #NFL #NFLDraft #illini

Regardless when Stojakovic announced his NBA draft status, it was the right move. A huge 2027 season has him primed to be a first round pick. #illini