The No. 19 Arkansas Razorbacks (5-1) aim to extend their four-game winning streak as they take on the Illinois Fighting Illini (5-1) on Thursday at the T-Mobile Center. The game is scheduled to tip off at 4:00 PM ET and will be broadcast on CBS.
Under first-year head coach John Calipari, Arkansas has gotten off to a solid 5-1 start. Their most recent outing was a dominant 109-35 victory over Maryland Eastern Shore, marking their fourth consecutive win. The 74-point blowout ranks as the third-largest margin of victory in program history and the first time since 2005 that Arkansas held an opponent to 35 points or fewer. The Razorbacks have also been successful in recent matchups with Big Ten teams, winning four of their last five games against the conference.
On the other side, Illinois improved to 5-1 following a commanding 92-34 win over Little Rock. The Fighting Illini have bounced back with two straight wins after a high-scoring 100-87 loss to Alabama. Illinois is coming off one of its best campaigns in nearly 20 years, having reached the Elite Eight last season for the first time since 2005.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the Illinois Fighting Illini vs. the Arkansas Razorbacks NCAAM game, plus plenty more.
Illinois Fighting Illini vs Arkansas Razorbacks: Date and tip-off time
The Fighting Illini and the Razorbacks will tip off in a highly anticipated NCAAM game on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at 4:00 pm ET/1:00 pm PT at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri.
| Date | Thursday, November 28, 2024 |
| Tip-off Time | 4:00 pm ET/1:00 pm PT |
| Venue | T-Mobile Center |
| Location | Kansas City, Missouri |
How to watch Illinois Fighting Illini vs Arkansas Razorbacks on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Illinois Fighting Illini and Arkansas Razorbacks live on:
- TV Channel: CBS
Streaming service: Paramount+
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Illinois Fighting Illini team news & key performers
First-year standout Will Riley has been a key player for Illinois, leading the team with an average of 17.2 points per game. The 6'8" former five-star recruit combines exceptional athleticism with efficient shooting, hitting 50.7% of his attempts from the field. His versatile skill set and ability to protect the ball make him a challenging matchup for Arkansas' defense.
Arkansas Razorbacks team news & key performers
The Razorbacks are no strangers to facing top talent. They recently squared off against VJ Edgecombe, a five-star recruit from Baylor's 2024 class. Although Edgecombe struggled with his shooting, he made his presence felt with 11 points, eight rebounds, and five assists, helping the Bears secure the win.