3-in-1 Podcast

It's the final Sunday Fast Break of the 2020-21 season, after the Illini get knocked out of the NCAA Tournament following a 71-58 loss to Loyola. Marlee Wierda and former Illini Trent Meacham break down the loss, and the season as a whole. They delve into Ayo Dosunmu's career, and where he's headed at the NBA level, including what Kofi Cockburn might decide for his pro career. With one season in the books, and other on the horizon, they also chat about the future of the program and where it's headed under head coach Brad Underwood.

In episode 70 of the WCIA 3-in-1 Pod, Bret Beherns, Marlee Wierda and Andy Olson recap Illinois basketball's 91-88 overtime win over Ohio State to win the Big Ten tournament championship Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

In episode 69 of the WCIA 3-in-1 Pod, Bret Beherns and Trent Meacham break down Illinois basketball's first Big Ten tournament championship since 2005 beating Ohio State 91-88 in overtime on Sunday. They also look ahead to the bracket, where the Illini are No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament.

In episode 68 of the WCIA 3-in-1 Pod: Bret Beherns, Marlee Wierda and Andy Olson reacp Illinois basketball's 81-72 win over Iowa in the Big Ten tournament semifinals, advancing the Illini to the finals for the first time since 2008. They also look ahead to Sunday's game against Ohio State.

In episode 67 of the WCIA 3-in-1 Pod: Marlee Wierda and Andy Olson react to Illinois basketball's 90-68 win over Rutgers in the quarterfinals of the Big Ten tournament on Friday night. It's the first time the Illini are playing on the weekend of the event since 2010.

(WCIA) -- Should Illinois win a share of the Big Ten title? The debate continues on the Sunday Fast Break, after Michigan ends the regular season with 14 wins, while Illinois reaches a new program-high 16 conference wins. Marlee Wierda and former Illini Trent Meacham break down the end of the regular season for Illinois, including two top-10 wins against Ohio State and Michigan. They also look ahead to the Big Ten tournament, and Illinois' shot at a tournament title and beyond.

In episode 65 of the WCIA 3-in-1 Podcast, Andy Olson, Bret Beherns, and Marlee Wierda break down the Illini's season finale win over Ohio State. The crew discusses where Saturday's victory leaves the Illini in their chase for a National Championship, freshman Andre Curbelo's career night, and the uncanny resemblance between "Mask Dos" and Batman.

It’s not only a statement win, but a historic win. Marlee Wierda and Bret Beherns break down a defining moment in Illinois history, as the Illini defeat No. 2 Michigan at the Crisler Center, making it the first time in program history Illinois has beat a Top-2 opponent on the road. Hear from head coach Brad Underwood, and how Trent Frazier stepped up with 22 points with Illini guard Ayo Dosunmu on concussion protocol.

(WCIA) -- Marlee Wierda and Trent Mecham are breaking down three games in one week, following a busy stretch for Illinois basketball. They discus the Illini loss to Michigan State, plus how the team was able to bounce back and beat both Wisconsin and Nebraska after losing their star player Ayo Dosunmu. Hint, hint--it turned into a big week for Andre Curbelo. They also preview the tough week ahead, as Illinois gets ready to take on their toughest opponents in the final two regular season games.

The Illini pick up another win without their star Ayo Dosunmu, which bodes well for the present and future of Illinois Basketball. Marlee Wierda and Bret Beherns break down a 74-69 Illini win, after they defeated No. 23 Wisconsin at the Kohl Center in back-to-back years. Between turnovers, free throw shooting, and a D'Mitrik Trice bender--it was a close one, but the Illini found a way to win. Also hear from Brad Underwood, and what's left to play for as the end of the regular season approaches.