Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. remains sidelined with a left foot abductor hallucis strain, having missed eight straight games, as he continues return-to-play rehabilitation with no timetable for a return announced.
The Timberwolves opened their 2025 NBA Summer League with a 98-91 win over the Pelicans, highlighted by rookie Joan Beringer's impressive debut with 11 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 blocks, and strong performances from Terrence Shannon Jr. and Leonard Miller, while coach Chris Finch indicated a potential expansion of the team's rotation for the upcoming season.
Terrence Shannon Jr. led Illinois to an Elite Eight victory against Iowa State with 29 points, despite foul trouble, as the team secured its first Elite Eight berth since 2005. Shannon's performance has been exceptional, setting records and showcasing his scoring prowess. Illinois will rely heavily on Shannon's hot hand as they face Connecticut in the next round, with the team's success hinging on his performance.
No. 2 Illinois fended off multiple comeback attempts by No. 2 Iowa State to secure a 72-69 victory and advance to the Elite Eight. Despite struggles at the free-throw line, Illinois maintained its lead with key plays, including a game-sealing dunk by star player Terrence Shannon Jr. Illinois will face defending champion UConn for a chance to reach the Final Four, marking their first Elite Eight appearance since 2005. Shannon, a key contributor, returned to the team after a suspension and has been instrumental in Illinois' recent successes. Iowa State's season ends with a 29-8 record, as they continue to seek their second Final Four appearance.
Terrence Shannon Jr. scores a record-breaking 40 points to lead Illinois to a comeback victory over Nebraska in the Big Ten Tournament semifinal, securing a spot in the championship game against Wisconsin. Illinois' strong second-half defense and balanced scoring contributed to the win, while Nebraska's efforts fell short despite impressive performances from Brice Williams and Keisei Tominaga. The result has NCAA Tournament seeding implications for both teams, with Illinois aiming for a No. 3 seed and Nebraska projected as a No. 7 seed.
Nebraska basketball suffered a 98-87 loss to Illinois in the Big Ten semifinals, with Terrence Shannon Jr. proving to be a challenging matchup, scoring 40 points and setting a record for a single Big Ten tournament game. Foul trouble plagued Nebraska, thinning out the team and pointing to Illinois' physical dominance. The Huskers had to improvise due to missing players and foul trouble, resulting in an odd lineup that briefly stretched their lead.
After Illinois player Terrence Shannon Jr. scored 31 points in a game against Michigan, Michigan's coach Juwan Howard expressed mixed feelings about Shannon, who was previously recruited by Michigan but ended up at Illinois due to academic and character concerns. Shannon, who was suspended earlier in the season due to a rape charge, has returned to play and Howard commended him for his performance, while also acknowledging the challenges faced by both Shannon and the accuser.
Illinois defeats Ohio State 87-75 with a strong second-half performance led by Terrence Shannon Jr. and Marcus Domask, securing a much-needed Quad 1 win and remaining in contention for the Big Ten title. Shannon's explosive 18-point second half showcased his potential, while role players like Dain Dainja and Ty Rodgers also made significant contributions. Ohio State's Rodney Gayle and Jamison Battle kept the game close, but Illinois successfully limited leading scorer Bruce Thornton to secure the victory.
Illinois suffered an overtime loss to Northwestern in a game marked by missed layups, suspect defensive gameplan, and a lack of adjustments. Despite a strong performance from Coleman Hawkins and Marcus Domask, Illinois struggled with offensive consistency and allowed Northwestern to make crucial shots. With their Big Ten title hopes fading, the team now focuses on preparing for the NCAA Tournament and faces questions about lineup decisions and player development.
Northwestern defeated No. 10 Illinois 96-91 in overtime, with the game overshadowed by chants directed at Illinois' Terrence Shannon Jr., who is facing a rape charge in Kansas. Despite the distractions, the game featured 18 lead changes and 15 ties, with Northwestern's electric atmosphere propelling them to victory.
Terrence Shannon Jr. returns to the court for Illinois amidst controversy surrounding his ongoing legal case, leading the team to victory with an impressive performance. Meanwhile, Iowa's Caitlin Clark scores 45 points in a game, inching closer to becoming the all-time leading scorer in women's college basketball. Additionally, Indiana's men's teams continue to struggle at Wisconsin, and the NBA implements a new rule for player eligibility for individual honors.
Terrence Shannon Jr. will return to the Illinois basketball lineup against Rutgers after a three-week suspension, but coach Brad Underwood stated that Shannon will come off the bench and not start. Shannon's return follows a court ruling granting him immediate full status with the team. Underwood emphasized the need for an integration process to get Shannon back to playing shape and acknowledged the ongoing serious situation while focusing on basketball and helping the team move forward.
Terrence Shannon Jr. has been reinstated to the Illinois men's basketball team after a federal judge ruled in his favor, emphasizing his needs over the university's institutional needs. Urbana attorney Steve Beckett, part of Shannon's legal team, highlighted the significance of the ruling, suggesting it could have broader implications beyond the University of Illinois, particularly in relation to student-athlete rights and NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) opportunities. Shannon's criminal case in Kansas continues, with a preliminary hearing set for February 23.
Illinois basketball player Terrence Shannon Jr. has had his suspension lifted after a federal judge granted his motion for a temporary restraining order against the school, allowing him to rejoin the team immediately. Shannon had been suspended after being charged with rape, but the judge's ruling stated that he has clearly ascertainable rights that need protection and there is some likelihood of success on the merits. The school is prohibited from suspending Shannon before allowing him the protection of policy through the school's Office of Student Conflict Resolution.
Illinois basketball player Terrence Shannon Jr. was granted a ruling by a judge that could allow him to play for the team again after being suspended due to a rape charge. The judge's ruling stated that Shannon would "suffer irreparable harm without an injunction" and that the potential harm to him outweighs any harm the university could face. While Shannon has been reinstated as a university student-athlete and is available for basketball practice and competition, it remains to be seen if he will return to the court immediately or at all, as the university still has the option to not give him playing time.