Illinois has fired head coach John Groce after five seasons, the school announced Saturday.
Groce went 95-75 overall during his time in Champaign, including a 37-53 record in the Big Ten. The Fighting Illini never finished above seventh in the Big Ten and went 18-14 (8-10) this season.
"I want to thank John Groce and his staff for their tireless efforts over these past five years," athletic director Josh Whitman said in a prepared statement. "In many ways, John is a model leader. He exudes optimism and tackles every day with unbelievable energy. He has the highest integrity.