Xavier made a final push to cut Illinois' lead to eight with just over four minutes left, but Jakucionis set up Riley for another three and then dropped in a layup of his own to quell the threat.

Xavier's season ended Friday night at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee after an 86-73 loss to Illinois in the NCAA Tournament.

Illini fans made the trip to Milwaukee to cheer on Brad Underwood's team against Xavier. The Illini led 45-40 at halftime ...

Xavier and Illinois will meet on Friday night in the first round of the 2025 NCCA tournament at the Fiserv Forum, in ...

Brad Thomas and Vaughn Dalzell discuss the Xavier vs. Illinois matchup in the Round of 64, breaking down the Musketeers' ...

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Marcus Foster scored 22 points and Zach Freemantle added 15 while overcoming foul trouble as Xavier rallied past Texas 86-80 ...

The Illinois Fighting Illini and Xavier Musketeers square off in the NCAA Tournament first round. The teams match up Friday ...

Marcus Foster sank four clutch 3-pointers scored a team-high 22 points to help Xavier rally past Texas 86-80 on Wednesday in ...

Xavier is into the Round of 64 after a shocking second half comeback against Texas in the First Four on Wednesday night.