Sunny Verma from Locked on Illini and Orange &amp; Blue News weighs in on whether Illinois are playing their best basketball at the perfect time. The discussion highlights a key KenPom stat that could give Illinois an edge over the Houston Cougars in the Sweet 16. The guys break down how that advantage might impact the matchup.
Plus, the countdown is on for MLB Opening Day as excitement builds for the St. Louis Cardinals season.

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The Drive is your daily Illini sports podcast from ESPN 93.5. Kurtis Allen and Evan Stone cover Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball, Illinois Fighting Illini football, the Chicago Bears, Cardinals, Cubs and the biggest sports stories in Champaign-Urbana with interviews, analysis, and a lot of laughs. New episodes every weekday. 🎙️ Follow The Drive on <a href="https://x.com/TheDrive935">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/espn935">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thedrive935/">Instagram</a>.

03/31/26 Hour 2: Kyle Tausk from Illini Inquirer breaks down Illinois vs UConn in the Final Four; Illinois Autographed Jersey Giveaway

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03/24/26 Hour 2: Sunny Verma tells us if Illini are playing their best basketball right now; A KenPom stat that gives Illinois an advantage vs Houston; Cardinals Opening Day Countdown

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