CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — Illinois Men's Basketball is getting ready to host Jackson State for their first game of the 2025-26 season.

The #17 Illini are meeting with Jackson State for the sixth matchup all time. Illinois is 5-0 in the series.

The Fighting Illini have won 28 straight games when opening the season at the State Farm Center. The team is coming off a 92-65 exhibition win over Illinois State.

Where to watch Illinois vs Team:

When: Monday, November 3, 2025

Where: State Farm Center, Champaign, IL

Time: 7:30 p.m. CT

Watch: BTN

Listen: Busey Bank Illini Sports Network

Stream: Fox Sports

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