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Illinois Moves to Extend Brad Underwood Through 2032, Pending Board Vote

The move rewards a Final Four season, positioning him among the highest-paid coaches.

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts after a play against the UConn Huskies during the first half of a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts after a play against the UConn Huskies during the second half of a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Illinois, which announced the agreement Thursday, said Brad Underwood’s deal now runs through the 2031-32 season.
  • The extension requires approval from the University of Illinois Board of Trustees at its May 21 meeting.
  • The school did not disclose pay details but said the updated terms would place Underwood among college basketball’s top earners.
  • The agreement includes performance incentives that could push the contract through June 2036.
  • Illinois reached the Final Four last month after four double-digit NCAA Tournament wins before a 71-62 semifinal loss to UConn.