Illinois Crushes Oregon 80-54 on Senior Night

Illini star Andrej Stojakovic records a double-double in the victory.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The No. 11 Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball team rolled past the Oregon Ducks 80-54 on Senior Night at the State Farm Center. Illini forward Andrej Stojakovic led the way with a 21-point, 12-rebound double-double, while teammate David Mirkovic added 19 points in the lopsided win.

Why it matters

This victory caps off a strong regular season for the Illini, who are looking to make a deep run in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. The team's dominant performance on Senior Night will give them momentum heading into the postseason.

The details

Illinois pulled away from Oregon in the second half, outscoring the Ducks 45-27 over the final 20 minutes. Stojakovic was efficient, shooting 8-of-12 from the field, while Mirkovic connected on 5-of-9 attempts, including 3-of-6 from three-point range.

  • The game was played on March 4, 2026 at the State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois.

The players

Andrej Stojakovic

A standout forward for the Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball team.

David Mirkovic

A key contributor off the bench for the Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“Our guys came out focused and ready to play tonight. This was a great team effort and a nice way to send our seniors out on a high note.”

— Brad Underwood, Head Coach, Illinois Fighting Illini (on3.com)

What’s next

Illinois will now await its seeding and matchup for the upcoming NCAA Tournament, which begins later this month.

The takeaway

The Illini's dominant performance on Senior Night showcases their depth and balance, making them a dangerous team heading into the postseason as they look to make a deep tournament run.