| Source | NBC Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | March 28, 2026, 9 p.m. |
| Last Updated | March 28, 2026, 9 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/illinois-powers-its-way-to-its-first-final-four-in-21-years-beating-iowa-71-59/3915195/ |
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Freshman Keaton Wagler scored 25 points and Illinois ended Iowa's underdog [
March Madness ][1] run by dominating in the frontcourt, beating the Hawkeyes
71-59 on Saturday to advance to the Final Four for the first time since 2005.
This will be the sixth trip to the Final Four for Illinois, which h...