Illinois is set to face UConn in the Final Four for the first time in 21 years after defeating Iowa in the Elite Eight round, following a series of victories over Iowa, Duke, and the Huskies' 73-72 victory over the Duke Blue Devils. Freshman Keaton Wagler scored 25 points and Illinois ended Iowa's underdog March Madness run by dominating in the frontcourt, defeating the Hawkeyes 71-59. This will be the sixth time Illinois has reached the final four; the team has never won a national title. Coach Brad Underwood's emphasis on recruiting Eastern Europeans has paid off in this tournament, with Tomislav Ivisic and his twin brothers scoring significantly for the team.