Mar 2, 2021; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini center Kofi Cockburn (21) dunks on Michigan Wolverines center Hunter Dickinson (1) in the second half at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
The NCAA tournament starts on Friday for the Illinois basketball program, as they take on the Drexel Dragons.
It is finally here. Nearly eight years in the making, but the time is now. The Illini are going to play in the NCAA tournament. This is a big game for the Orange and Blue despite it being against a No.