Iowa basketball continues Big Ten Conference play at home against Illinois on Sunday, Jan. 11.
The Hawkeyes (12-3, 2-2 Big Ten) are coming off a 70-67 loss at Minnesota. The Fighting Illini (12-3, 3-1) most recently dominated Rutgers 81-55.
Here’s what you need to know about when and how to watch Iowa vs. Illinois:
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Iowa vs. Illinois time today
- Date: Sunday, Jan. 11
- Start time: 11 a.m. CT
- Location: Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City
Iowa vs. Illinois prediction
Tyler Tachman, Hawk Central: In order to beat Illinois, Iowa is going to have to play better than it did against Minnesota. There’s little doubt about that.
The Hawkeyes need to find a way to sustain stretches of good play, something that was problematic against UCLA and Minnesota. Iowa was extremely hot and cold during those two games.
Rebounding and defending without fouling are among the keys for Iowa in this game.
Illinois is very good. But Iowa has played well at home this season, and don’t underestimate how much of an advantage another energetic crowd can be. It’s important that Iowa is the tougher, more intense team, given that Illinois has more talent. Iowa 73, Illinois 69
Iowa basketball schedule 2025-26
Record: 12-3, 2-2 Big Ten Conference
- Jan. 11: vs Illinois, 11 a.m., FOX
- Jan. 14: at Purdue, 5:30 p.m. CT, BTN
- Jan. 17: at Indiana, 1 p.m. CT, FOX
- Jan. 20: vs Rutgers, 7:30 p.m. CT, BTN
- Jan. 28: vs USC, 6 p.m. CT, BTN
