The University of Illinois received the top seed in the 2005 NCAA Tournament, which begins today. This week’s quiz is dedicated to Illinois hoops.
1. What former Metro East standout was a key player on Illinois’ 1989 Final Four team?
2. Which player from the ’89 Final Four team played alongside Shaquille O’Neal and Penny Hardaway for the Orlando Magic in the 1995 NBA Finals?
3. Which team did Illinois defeat in the regional final to advance to the ’89 Final Four?
4. Which current Illinois player was recently named the Big Ten Conference Player of the Year in 2005?
5. Which member of the current Illinois starting five is not from the state of Illinois?
6. Who hit the winning jumper to give Michigan the victory over Illinois in the ’89 national semifinals in Seattle?
7. How far did Illinois advance in the 2004 NCAA Tournament?
Answers
1. Larry Smith (Alton)
2. Nick Anderson
3. Syracuse
4. Dee Brown
5. Deron Williams
6. Sean Higgins
7. Sweet 16