News

Illinois Basketball lands first transfer portal commit in Zvonimir Ivisic

1 year ago in News, Sports

Illinois has landed both the Ivisic twins on the roster for the next season. Photo: Saga Communications/nbadraft.net

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Illinois basketball has secured its first commit from the transfer portal, with Zvonimir Ivisic announcing his decision to join the team. His twin brother, Tomislav Ivisic, also confirmed his return to the Orange and Blue, much to the excitement of fans.

Zvonimir Ivisic, who played two seasons of college basketball, spent his sophomore year at Arkansas, where he averaged 8.5 points and just over 19 minutes per game. Prior to his time with the Razorbacks, Zvonimir played at Kentucky during his freshman season.

Tomislav Ivisic, on the other hand, had an impressive debut season at Illinois, averaging 13.0 points and 7.7 rebounds per game. Despite being listed as a sophomore, his performance exceeded expectations and has helped build excitement for the upcoming season.

Recent Headlines

3 hours ago in Entertainment

Lawyers for Lively and Baldoni battle in a New York court despite settling claims weeks ago

On Monday, lawyers for Blake Lively were back in court, trying to get a judge to make Baldoni pay her legal bills plus other penalties. They said she's entitled to the money under a California law because Justin Baldoni's countersuit, which claimed she had defamed and extorted him, was thrown out last year by a judge.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

Golden Knights and Hurricanes built their Stanley Cup Final teams in different ways

On the eve of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes, one of the general managers involved laid out his thinking when making roster moves.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Last call? States look to extend bar and restaurant hours during the World Cup

World Cup fans in a growing number of U.S. cities won't have an issue finding a well-poured pint to go with their late-night match. State leaders across the U.S. are signing off on extending bar and restaurant hours during the world's most-watched sporting event.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are married

Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are married, local officials in London confirmed to The Associated Press. They tied the knot Sunday at Old Marylebone Town Hall.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Serena Williams is returning to pro tennis at age 44 after nearly 4 years away from the sport

Serena Williams is returning to professional tennis at the age of 44 after nearly four years away from the sport. The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion has accepted a wild-card invitation to play doubles at the upcoming Queen's Club grass-court tournament in London, the WTA Tour announced Monday.