Illinois basketball just cracked the AP Top 11 after a gritty seven-game win streak, including big road victories over Iowa and Northwestern. The team’s confidence is peaking at the perfect time, but now comes the real challenge: a showdown at Purdue, one of the nation’s best. This matchup could be a turning point—if Illinois holds their own, they’ll prove they’re true national contenders. What do you think: is this the year the Illini make a deep run, or will Purdue be too much to handle? Let’s hear your predictions! #Sports #Illini #CollegeBasketball