Illinois men’s basketball’s next game is in the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 26, 2026, against Houston, with the tip time still listed as TBA.

Quick Scoop: When do the Illini play next?

  • Team: Illinois Fighting Illini men’s basketball.
  • Opponent: Houston (listed as a 2‑seed).
  • Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026.
  • Location: Toyota Center.
  • Time / TV: Still marked as TBA as of the latest schedule update.

So, if you’re planning around it, you can lock in the date and matchup, and keep an eye on official Illini or NCAA announcements for the exact tip time as it gets finalized.

Tiny context check

Illinois just advanced with wins over Penn and VCU and is headed into the next round, which is why that Houston game is the next one on the schedule.

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