Illinois basketball just cracked the KenPom top 10 after a gritty win at Ohio State, moving up to No. 9 overall and third in the Big Ten. The Illini’s offense is now ranked fifth, thanks to some hot shooting, but their defense slipped a bit—even though they forced tough shots all night. It’s wild how analytics can boost a team’s rep after a few made threes, but does it really reflect how sustainable their play is? Are we seeing the real Illini, or just a lucky streak? Let’s hear your take: is Illinois a legit top-10 squad, or are the numbers fooling us? #Sports #IllinoisBasketball #KenPom