The Ohio State Buckeyes (13-8, 5-5 Big Ten) will try to extend their three-game winning streak when they face the No. 18 Illinois Fighting Illini (14-7, 6-5) on Sunday on CBS and Paramount+. Ohio State went through a rough patch during the opening portion of January, but it has responded with a critical three-game hot streak. The Buckeyes were able to maintain their winning ways with a convincing 83-64 win at Penn State on Thursday, despite entering that game as 3-point underdogs. Illinois has lost three of its last four games, falling to Nebraska in overtime earlier this week.
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Illinois vs. Ohio State date: Sunday, Feb. 2
Illinois vs. Ohio State time: 1 p.m. ET
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College basketball picks for Ohio State vs. Illinois
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For Illinois vs. Ohio State, the model is backing Under 154.5 points to be scored, projecting the teams to combine for 151 points. Illinois enters Sunday’s showdown featuring one of the nation’s most explosive offenses. The Fighting Illini are scoring 85.2 points per game on average, which ranks eighth in college basketball. However, Illinois has failed to score more than 78 points in three of its last four games, all of which were losses.
Ohio State, meanwhile, has been playing spectacularly on the defensive end of the floor. The Buckeyes have given up 65 or fewer points in their last two games and have allowed only one team to score more than 75 in their past six outings. In addition, the total has gone Under in seven of Ohio State’s last 10 games against an opponent from the Big Ten. Stream the game here.
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Are you ready for some college basketball action? The Ohio State Buckeyes will be facing off against the Illinois Fighting Illini on February 2, 2025, and it’s bound to be an exciting game. If you’re looking to place a bet or just catch the game, here are the odds and ways to watch or stream the game.
According to our model, the odds for this game are currently in favor of Ohio State, but the Fighting Illini are known for putting up a tough fight. It’s sure to be a close match-up that you won’t want to miss.
If you’re looking to watch the game from the comfort of your own home, you can tune in to ESPN or stream it on the ESPN app. Make sure to check your local listings for the exact time and channel.
And if you’re looking to place a bet on the game, be sure to do your research and consider our model’s college basketball picks. Whether you’re rooting for the Buckeyes or the Illini, it’s sure to be a game full of excitement and suspense.
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No. 18 Illinois returns to sold-out State Farm Center on Sunday, hosting Ohio State at 12 p.m. CT in a nationally televised game on CBS.
The Fighting Illini are coming off an overtime road loss at Nebraska (80-74) on Thursday night, looking for consecutive Big Ten home wins after an 83-74 victory over Northwestern last Sunday.
Illinois is 111-82 all-time vs. Ohio State in a series that dates back 110 years to 1914-15.
Head coach Brad Underwood is 6-6 against Ohio State and has led Illinois to wins in five of the last seven meetings, including a road win in Columbus in the lone regular-season matchup last year, and a 77-74 come-from-behind win in the quarterfinal to open the Illini’s 2024 Big Ten Tournament Championship run.
Illinois is the nation’s top rebounding team, leading the NCAA in rebounds per game (45.6 rpg) and rebound margin (+11.7 rpg).
Illinois is No. 14 in the latest NCAA NET rankings, second in the Big Ten. The Illini are tied for 10th nationally with four Quad 1 wins.
The Illini are looking to secure at least 10 wins at State Farm Center for the sixth-consecutive season under Brad Underwood. Since 2019-20, the Illini boast the third-best home record in the Big Ten at 78-16 (.830). Nationally, that ranks 13th among teams that have played each of the last six seasons in a power conference.
Illinois is a combined 5-4 away from State Farm Center this season, with a 3-3 mark in true road contests. The Illini had won three straight conference road games prior to an 80-78 heartbreaker at No. 12 Michigan State on Jan. 19, and an 80-74 overtime loss at Nebraska on Jan. 30.
Illinois has the Big Ten’s best road record since the start of the 2019-20 season. During this span, the Illini are 32-24 (.571) in conference road games.
At 3-3 in conference road games so far this season, the Illini are on pace to finish .500 or better on the road in league play for the fifth time in the last six seasons.
Kasparas Jakucionis is a unanimous selection to the five-player Freshman All-America Team by The Athletic.
Jakucionis has also been named Midseason All-America third team by The Sporting News. Jakucionis was one of just two freshmen among the 15 players recognized, along with Duke’s Cooper Flagg.
Jakucionis recorded 21 points, seven rebounds and seven assists last Thursday vs. Maryland, his eighth 20-point game of the season which ties the Illinois program freshman record. He followed that performance with back-to-back double-doubles vs. Northwestern (11-point, 10-rebound) and at Nebraska (18 points, 13 rebounds).
Illinois is No. 18 in the latest KenPom net rating at 24.42. The Fighting Illini are on pace for their fourth top-20 rating in the last five seasons under Brad Underwood.
Four of Illinois’ last six wins have come by 25+ points. The Illini defeated Chicago State, 117-64 (+53), recorded an historic 109-77 (+32) victory at No. 9 Oregon, earned a 91-52 (+39) home win over Penn State, and rolled to a 94-69 (+25) victory at Indiana. The Illini have led by 25+ points in nine games this season.
Illinois is averaging 85.2 points, the team’s highest output since the 1988-89 Flyin’ Illini averaged 86.4 ppg. Illinois is on pace for the No. 6 scoring offense mark in program history.
Illinois ranks second in the Big Ten with a scoring margin of +15.2 points. That is on pace for No. 3 in the Illini record book behind the 1942-43 team, which outscored opponents by 20.6 points per game, and the 2004-05 Illini that posted a scoring margin of +15.9 ppg., the team’s best mark since 1960.
Illinois leads the nation in rebounding at 45.6 boards per game, on pace for the program’s best average in 53 seasons, since ( 48.0 rpg in 1971-72). The Orange and Blue have outrebounded their opponent in 18 of 21 games this season.
The Illini rank No. 12 in KenPom adjusted defensive efficiency (93.7), on pace for its highest ranking since reaching seventh during the 2021 season, and the second-best number of the Underwood era (88.9 in 2021).
Illinois is sixth nationally in KenPom’s effective field goal percentage defense (.439), ranking seventh in 3-point defense (.284) and 15th in 2-point defense (.445). Illinois and Florida are the only two programs to rank in the top 15 of both categories.
According to KenPom, the Illini rank third nationally, and first among Power Conference programs, with a 3-point attempt rate (3-point attempts/total field goal attempts) of 30.1%. Among major conference teams, Illinois ranks first nationally with five games of 15+ made 3-pointers.
Illinois is 3-3 against Top-25 ranked teams this season with wins over No. 19 Arkansas, No. 20 Wisconsin, and at No. 9 Oregon. The Illini’s three ranked wins are tied for 10th most in the nation.
Brad Underwoodhas led the Illini program to Top-25 rankings in seven consecutive seasons, currently at No. 18 in the latest AP poll and 20th in the coaches poll. Illinois has been ranked for a total of eight weeks this season, including an active streak of six -consecutive weeks, and has reached as high as 13th.
Illinois has registered 75 wins in league play since the start of the 2019-20 season, one behind Purdue for the most in the conference over the last six seasons. And when including the conference tournament, the Illini have 80 wins during this time span, also one behind Purdue’s mark.
The Illini won the 2024 Big Ten Tournament championship as the #2 seed, captured the regular season championship in 2022, and led the conference in wins while adding a B1G Tournament crown in 2021, and the team’s three total championships during that span are tied with Purdue for the most in the Big Ten.
Following the 2024 Elite Eight appearance and Big Ten Tournament Championship, Illinois has a dramatically different roster this season. The program returns just one rotation player – last year’s ninth-leading scorer Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn – and returns just 2.9% of its minutes, 2.2% of its points, and 2.0% of its rebounds overall.
Eight different Illini players have recorded a 20-point game this season, tied for the top mark in the NCAA, and the most by any Big Ten program since at least 2004-05.
Newcomers to the Illini roster have accounted for 91.5% of the team’s scoring so far (1,619 of 1,770 total points), with UI freshmen accounting for 40.5% of those points (656).
Four of the Illinois’ top scorers and rebounders are all in their first year of collegiate basketball. Freshman G Kasparas Jakucionis ranks first in scoring (16.0 ppg) and third in rebounding (5.8 rpg). Sophomore C Tomislav Ivisicnearly averages a double-double at 13.0 points (second on team) and team-leading 8.5 rebounds. Freshman F Will Riley is the Illini’s No. 4 scorer at 10.4 points per game. And Freshman F Morez Johnson Jr. ranks second on the team at 6.5 rebounds per game with a team-leading 52 offensive boards (2.5 per game).
At 16.0 points per game, point guard Kasparas Jakucionis is on pace to break the Illini freshman scoring average record of 15.9 ppg set by Kiwane Garris 31 years ago.
Jakucionis has posted four game this season with 20+ points, 6+ rebounds and 5+ assists, tied for third nationally with Auburn fifth-year senior Johni Broome and Purdue junior Braden Smith.
Jakucionis scored 20+ points in six straight games from Nov. 25-Dec. 22, shattering the Illini freshman record for consecutive 20-point games (previous record was two).
Jakucionis became the fourth Big Ten freshman since 1996-97 with at least six-straight 20-point games, and the first to do so since Indiana’s Eric Gordon had seven in a row in 2007.
Jakucionis has eight 20-point games this season, tying the Illini all-time record for 20-point games by a freshman with Cory Bradfordwho set the current mark as a redshirt freshman in 1998-99.
Over his last 14 games, Jakucionis is averaging 17.9 points (251), 5.7 rebounds (81), and 5.2 assists (73), knocking down an average of 2.3 threes per game (32) on 39.0% from 3-point range (32-82) along with 87.5% from the foul line (63-72).
Tomislav Ivisic is the No. 6 rebounder in the Big Ten at 8.5 rpg. Ivisic has led the Illini rebounding effort, which ranks No. 1 nationally in total rebounds per game, in 11 of the 18 games in which he has played.
Ivisic, classified as sophomore in his first season of collegiate competition, has recorded seven double-doubles through 18 games, ranking fifth in the Big Ten, tied for 40th in the NCAA overall, and tied for first among power conference underclassmen.
Ben Humrichous has knocked down at least one 3-pointer in 19 of 21 games this season. He leads the team and ranks 13th in the Big Ten averaging 2.0 triples per contest.
After opening the year averaging 7.1 points and 5.0 rebounds in eight games, Tre White has found a rhythm on the court for the Illini. Beginning with a 23-point, 8 rebound effort vs. #20 Wisconsin on Dec. 10, White is averaging 12.1 points (157) and 6.2 rebounds (80) over the last 13 games, scoring in double figures seven times.
During that same 13-game stretch, Kylan Boswell is averaging 13.9 points (181), 6.4 rebounds (83), and 3.9 assists (51). He scored a career-high 22 points in the Illini’s win at Indiana (Jan. 14).
Boswell recorded the seventh triple-double in Illinois history and fifth of the Underwood era against Chicago State (Dec. 29), tallying 18 points, career-high 10 rebounds, and career-high 10 assists.
Dra Gibbs-Lawhorncontinues to make a big impact off the bench for the Illini in his sophomore season. Over his last 11 games, Gibbs-Lawhornis averaging 10.4 points (114) while shooting 54.5% (42-77) from the field.
Morez Johnson Jr.is also excelling for the Illini. Over his last 11 games Johnson is averaging 8.0 points (88) and 6.9 rebounds (76), highlighted by a 20-point, 11-rebound double-double in the win over Penn State (Jan. 8), and a 15-point, nine-rebound effort in his second-career start vs. Northwestern on Jan. 26.
Johnson, at 6.5 rebounds per game, is on track for the fourth-best freshman mark in Illini history.
Johnson posted his third double-double of the season in Illinois’ Jan. 8 win over Penn State, recording a career-high 20 points and pulling down a game-high 11 rebounds.
Through 21 games, Johnson has recorded 26 total blocks, tied for seventh in the Illini freshman record book with Giorgi Bezhanishvili (2018-19). Johnson is on pace to finish his freshman season third among Illini freshmen all-time behind only Deon Thomas (54 in 1990-91) and Kofi Cockburn (44 in 2019-20).
Illinois leads the Big Ten in seven team statistical categories, with the following NCAA rankings: total rebounds per game (1st in NCAA; 45.6), defensive rebounds per game (1st; 31.8), rebound margin (1st; 11.7), 3-point attempts per game (4th; 31.5), 3-point percentage defense (10th; .284), offensive rebounds per game (22nd; 13.8), and field goal percentage defense (25th; .397).
Three Illini scored 20+ points vs. Penn State – Ben Humrichous (21), Morez Johnson Jr. (20) and Tre White(20). It marked just the third time in the last 35 seasons that Illinois had a game featuring a trio of 20-point scorers.
Illinois’ 32-point road win over #9 Oregon was the largest margin of victory ever by a road team over an AP Top-10 opponent, and the largest road win in Illinois program history against any top-25 opponent.
In their 109-77 win at #9 Oregon, Illinois became the first Big Ten team since Feb. 9, 1989, to record 100+ points in a Top-10 road win (No. 10 Michigan defeated No. 8 Iowa, 108-107).
Illinois also posted a dominant 94-69 win at Indiana on Jan. 14. The 25-point margin of victory was the second-largest for a Hoosiers’ opponent in Assembly Hall history, while Illinois’ 94 points marked the most ever scored by a visiting team in a regulation game at Assembly Hall.
The University of Illinois Fighting Illini basketball team is set to host the Ohio State Buckeyes this Sunday in a sold-out Coaches vs. Cancer matchup. The highly anticipated game will take place at the State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois, with both teams looking to secure a crucial victory in Big Ten play.
Illinois, currently ranked #18 in the nation, boasts a talented roster led by star players like Ayo Dosunmu and Kofi Cockburn. The Illini have been playing strong basketball this season and will look to continue their winning ways against the Buckeyes.
Ohio State, on the other hand, is coming off a tough loss to Michigan State and will be hungry for a bounce-back win. Led by standout forward E.J. Liddell, the Buckeyes will look to challenge the Illini and come out on top in this exciting matchup.
In addition to the on-court action, Sunday’s game will also serve as a fundraising opportunity for the Coaches vs. Cancer initiative. Coaches vs. Cancer is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches that aims to raise awareness and funds for cancer research and support programs.
With a sold-out crowd expected and two talented teams facing off, Sunday’s game between Illinois and Ohio State is sure to be an exciting and meaningful event. Tune in to watch the action and support a great cause! #Illini #Buckeyes #CoachesvsCancer
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The Ohio State Buckeyes (13-8, 5-5 Big Ten) visit the No. 20 Illinois Fighting Illini (14-7, 6-5) Sunday. Tip-off from Hilton Coliseum in Ames is set for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Ohio State vs. Illinois odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.
Ohio State picked up its third straight win Thursday with an 83-64 road beatdown of the Penn State Nittany Lions. The Buckeyes cashed as a 3.5-point underdog as the Under 147.5 hit with ease. Illinos outrebounded Penn State 41-23. G John Mobley Jr. stuffed the stat sheet, dropping 19 points, 8 assists and 5 rebounds.
Illinois is struggling, dropping 3 of its last 4 games after an 80-74 overtime loss Thursday to the Nebraska Cornhuskers. They failed to cover as a 4.5-point road underdog as the Under 157 cashed. G Kasparas Jakucionis was the only starter in double figures, putting up 18 points, with 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Turnovers were a killer, with the Illini giving it away 17 times.
It’s a bit of a gamble, but these teams are heading in opposite directions. Momentum is huge in college hoops, and right now, Ohio State has it. The Buckeyes have won and covered 3 straight, including 2 on the road. Meanwhile, Illinois has failed to cover in 3 of its last 4 games, including a home loss in Champaign.
Ohio State is one of the best 3-point shooting teams in the Big Ten, hitting 37.3% from deep, with G Bruce Thornton knocking down a scorching 45.1%. They also lock down the perimeter, holding opponents under 30% on 3s.
The Buckeyes have covered in 4 of the last 6 meetings against Illinois, and with all the upsets we saw on Saturday, what’s one more on Sunday? I’m rolling with Ohio State to stay hot and get it done.
This game has all the signs of a shootout. Both teams score 80-plus points a game and give up 70-plus points, so defense might be optional. The Over has cashed in 4 of their last 6 matchups, and Illinois has hit the Over in 4 of its last 6. Expect plenty of points.
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Ohio State at Illinois Odds, Picks and Predictions
The Ohio State Buckeyes will travel to Champaign to take on the Illinois Fighting Illini in a Big Ten showdown on Saturday. Both teams are coming off impressive wins and will be looking to continue their winning ways.
The Buckeyes are currently favored by 7.5 points in this matchup, with the over/under set at 135 points. Ohio State has been dominant this season, boasting a 13-4 record and sitting near the top of the Big Ten standings. Led by star player E.J. Liddell, the Buckeyes have a potent offense that averages over 75 points per game.
On the other hand, Illinois has had a solid season as well, with a 12-5 record and a top-25 ranking. They have a dynamic duo in Ayo Dosunmu and Kofi Cockburn, who have been lighting up the scoreboard all season long.
In this matchup, I like Ohio State to cover the spread and come away with the victory. The Buckeyes have been playing at a high level and have the offensive firepower to outscore Illinois. However, I expect this game to be close and high-scoring, so I would take the over on the point total.
Ohio State has one thing on their mind heading into Sunday’s matchup against Illinois and that’s walking out with a victory against a ranked opponent. Ohio State has won 3 in a row, which includes an upset over then No. 11 Purdue, and they’re hoping to stay dialed in against a very good Illinois team. Illinois has lost 2 out of their last 3 games, and they hope to get a winning streak going before their season slips away from them. Ohio State has turned around their season with strong defense, so will they be able to keep things moving in their favor? Let’s find out as we dive into our Ohio State vs Illinois prediction.
Ohio State guard, Bruce Thornton, has been playing exceptionally well this season. The Junior averages 17 points and 3.2 rebounds per game, which leads this Buckeyes team. As for Illinois, they are loaded with talent, having five players who average double digits per game, which could give this Buckeyes team a run for their money. The Buckeyes average 79.9 points per game while giving up 71, and the Fighting Illini are averaging 85.8 points per game while giving up 69.5 points per game on average. Both offenses have been playing exceptionally well, and Illinois has one of the best offenses in all of the NCAA, but I think Ohio State has been playing slightly better as of late, and with players like Thornton and Mobley Jr., I think Ohio State could stick around in this game to the very end. This spread is a little bit too big in my opinion against a solid Ohio State squad, which is why I’ll be backing them as my best bet of the day.
Ohio State vs Illinois prediction: Ohio State +6.5 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.
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The Ohio State Buckeyes will face off against the Illinois Fighting Illini in a highly anticipated college football matchup this weekend. Both teams are coming off strong performances and will be looking to secure a crucial win in their conference.
The Buckeyes are currently ranked 6th in the nation and are favored to win this game. Led by star quarterback Justin Fields, Ohio State’s offense has been explosive, averaging over 40 points per game. Their defense has also been solid, holding opponents to just 21 points per game.
On the other hand, the Fighting Illini have had a mixed season so far, with a record of 2-3. However, they are coming off a big upset win against Nebraska and will look to carry that momentum into this game. Illinois’ offense is led by quarterback Brandon Peters, who has shown flashes of brilliance throughout the season.
In terms of odds, Ohio State is currently listed as a heavy favorite, with a spread of -21.5 points. The over/under for total points scored is set at 63.5.
Prediction:
Despite Illinois’ recent success, Ohio State’s high-powered offense and strong defense should be too much for the Fighting Illini to handle. I predict that the Buckeyes will come out on top in this game, covering the spread and securing a comfortable victory.
Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes -21.5
Odds: Ohio State -21.5, Over/Under 63.5
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An exciting weekend of college basketball continues Sunday when No. 18 Illinois plays host to Ohio State in a marquee Big Ten matchup on CBS. This will mark the only scheduled meeting between the Fighting Illini and the Buckeyes this season and will be a rematch of Illinois’ 77-74 win over Ohio State in last season’s conference tournament.
Illinois has dropped four of its last six games, including a loss earlier this week on the road to Nebraska. During their cold streak, the Fighting Illini have suffered losses against USC, Michigan State, Maryland, and Nebraska. Illinois is 6-5 in conference play.
Ohio State enters the weekend on a three-game winning streak. The Buckeyes started their win streak with a comeback win on the road against Purdue and have since defeated Iowa and Penn State to improve to 5-5 in Big Ten play.
Here is everything you need to know ahead of this weekend’s matchup.
Ohio State has been outstanding during its winning streak. The comeback win on the road against Purdue fueled blowout wins over Iowa and Penn State. This matchup against Illinois will be arguably Ohio State’s toughest challenge during that stretch. This game will come down to guard play between Ohio State’s Bruce Thornton and Illinois’ Kasparas Jakučionis. Illinois wins this game behind a big day from Jakučionis and snaps Ohio State’s win streak. Pick: Illinois -6.5
The highly anticipated matchup between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Ohio State Buckeyes is set to take place this weekend, and fans are eagerly awaiting the outcome of this exciting game. Both teams have had successful seasons so far, but only one can come out on top in this crucial showdown.
The spread for the game currently favors Ohio State by 4.5 points, but with both teams boasting talented rosters, this game is sure to be a close one. The basketball game odds are also in favor of the Buckeyes, but the Fighting Illini have proven to be a tough opponent in recent games.
If you’re looking to catch all the action live, the game will be broadcast on ESPN. You can also live stream the game on the ESPN app or through the ESPN website. The TV channel for the game will vary depending on your location, so be sure to check your local listings.
Both teams have a lot on the line in this matchup, so be sure to tune in to see which team comes out victorious in this exciting contest. It’s sure to be a game you won’t want to miss!
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The West Virginia State Wildlife Center is gearing up to host its 48th annual Groundhog Day celebration on February 2nd. The event, held at the wildlife center in Upshur County, promises a fun-filled day for all attendees.
Visitors can look forward to seeing the beloved resident groundhog, French Creek Freddie, as he emerges from his burrow to predict the weather for the coming weeks. The celebration will also feature live music, food vendors, and activities for the whole family to enjoy.
In addition to the festivities, guests will have the opportunity to explore the wildlife center and learn about the various native species that call West Virginia home. From black bears to bobcats, there’s plenty to see and discover at the center.
So mark your calendars and join us for a day of fun and festivities at the West Virginia State Wildlife Center’s 48th annual Groundhog Day celebration. Don’t miss out on this beloved tradition in the Mountain State!
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The website for the US Agency for International Development, or USAid, appeared to be offline on Saturday, as the Trump administration moves to put the free-standing agency, and its current $42.8bn budget for global humanitarian operations, under state department control.
A message stating that the “server IP address could not be found” appeared when attempts were made to access the website on Saturday.
Two sources familiar with the discussions told Reuters on Friday that the Trump administration was moving to strip USAid of its independence as a government agency and put it under state department control.
The apparent failure of the website comes after plaques embossed with the agency’s official seal were removed on Friday, according to Reuters, a sign that the merger into the state department was in the works.
The move comes as the Trump administration has vowed to overhaul the distribution of foreign aid, saying last week it was freezing foreign aid while conducting a review to ensure that assistance worldwide is aligned with Trump’s “America First” foreign policies.
Current and former USAid officials said this week that a purge of senior staff appeared designed to silence any dissent and that bringing the agency under the state department would be a “seismic shift”.
“This moves the United States government to a place where the humanitarian voice will not be in high-level policy discussions,” the official said.
In an opinion column in the Wall Street Journal, the US secretary of state, Marco Rubio – who would assume oversight over USAid if it were or had been placed under the state department – outlined a new US diplomatic focus on the western hemisphere.
Rubio said he would make his first trip as the nation’s most senior diplomat to El Salvador, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama and the Dominican Republic.
“These nations were neglected by past administrations that prioritized the global over the local and pursued policies that accelerated China’s economic development, often at our neighbors’ expense,” Rubio wrote.
Reuters reported that the White House was exploring legal authority that Trump could use to issue an executive order to end USAid’s independence and that he could sign such a directive as soon as Friday night or Saturday.
“Watch USAID tonight,” Chris Murphy, a Democratic senator and member of the Senate foreign relations committee, said in a post on X on Friday evening.
Chuck Schumer, the Senate minority leader, citing a “rumor” that Trump planned to dissolve USAid as an independent agency, said in an X post that such a move would be “illegal and against our national interests”.
But it is unclear whether the president has the legal authority to bypass Congress and order USAid’s merger into the state department.
If placed under the state department, USAid could become a more explicit armature of foreign policy goals than it has been as the world’s largest single donor of life-saving humanitarian operations.
USAid has in the past been able to assist countries with whom the United States has no diplomatic relations, including Iran. A source at the agency told Reuters that the non-alignment with the US diplomatic mission had helped build bridges that might not have come to be under purely political objectives.
Perhaps signaling the new administration’s plan to fold the agency under the state department, Trump has not nominated a person to run USAid.
The costs of a freeze on US foreign aid grants is already being felt. Field hospitals in Thai refugee camps, landmine clearance in war zones, and drugs to treat millions suffering from diseases such as HIV are among the programs facing defunding.
In fiscal year 2023, the United States disbursed $72bn of assistance worldwide on everything from women’s health in conflict zones to access to clean water, HIV/Aids treatments, energy security and anti-corruption work. It provided 42% of all humanitarian aid tracked by the United Nations in 2024.
Following Trump’s executive order last week, the state department issued worldwide stop-work directives, effectively freezing all foreign aid with the exception of emergency food assistance in a move that experts warned risked killing people.
Rubio earlier this week issued an additional waiver for “life-saving humanitarian assistance” while Washington undertakes the 90-day review.
As the Trump administration continues to make changes to the structure of government agencies, the USAid website has gone offline as President Trump moves to put the agency under the State Department. This decision has raised concerns about the future of USAid’s independence and effectiveness in providing aid to countries in need.
Many are questioning the motives behind this move and what it means for the future of USAid’s work. Critics worry that placing USAid under the State Department could politicize the agency’s humanitarian efforts and diminish its impact on the ground.
As the website remains offline, many are left wondering about the fate of USAid and how this decision will ultimately impact those who rely on its assistance. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
UNLV will hit the road to Reno to take on UNR on Saturday at 7 p.m. PT. The game will be nationally televised.
After two back-to-back wins, the Runnin’ Rebels have dropped their last three games by a combined nine points.
The Runnin’ Rebels have three players averaging in double-digits.
Dedan Thomas, Jr. leads the Runnin’ Rebels in scoring, averaging 16.2 points a game, and he also leads in assists, averaging 4.7 points per game.
Jailen Bedford, Jeremiah Cherry, Jaden Henley, and Julian Rishwain all average between 8.2 and 11.9 points per game. Cherry leads the Runnin’ Rebels in rebounds and blocks, averaging 5.4 rebounds per game and 1.6 blocks per game.
Rishwain leads in steals with 1.4 steals per game.
In their last game, Thomas, Jr. led the Runnin’ Rebels, scoring a season-high tying 22 points and six assists. Henley and Jalen Hill scored 16 points. Henley grabbed a game-high six rebounds. Hill had three steals and five rebounds.
UNR also enters Saturday’s game on a three-game losing streak. UNR is 8-4 at home this season.
The Wolfpack are led by Nick Davidson in scoring and rebounding, averaging 15.4 points per game and 6.5 rebounds. Kobe Sanders is the second-leading scorer, averaging 14.2 points per game, and leads the team in assists with 4.2 assists points per game.
After a tough start to the season, the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels are looking to bounce back in the upcoming Silver State Series against in-state rival Nevada. The Rebels have faced some tough competition early on, but they are determined to turn things around and come out on top in this rivalry matchup.
The Silver State Series is always a highly anticipated showdown between UNLV and Nevada, and the Rebels are eager to make a statement in this year’s edition. With a talented roster and a strong coaching staff, the Runnin’ Rebels have the potential to come out on top and gain some much-needed momentum for the rest of the season.
Fans can expect an intense and competitive game as these two teams battle it out for bragging rights in the Silver State Series. The Rebels are ready to leave it all on the court and showcase their skills in front of their fans.
So mark your calendars and come out to support the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels as they look to rebound in the Silver State Series and show why they are a force to be reckoned with in college basketball. Let’s go Rebels! #RunninRebels #SilverStateSeries #UNLVBasketball.
Both Wyoming basketball teams will face tough challenges today. The Cowgirls will be home this afternoon against Boise State, while the men’s team will play at San Diego State.
Heading into today’s game, the Cowgirls are tied for third place in the Mountain West with a 6-3 mark (12-9 overall), just one game ahead of the Broncos (5-4, 15-7). UNLV leads the women’s standings (8-1, 16-5). UW enters the game having won two of their last three games, while Boise State has won three of their last four. Both team’s only recent losses were to Colorado State.
Today’s game will be broadcast on WyoRadio’s 1360 KRKK and 1360KRKK.com beginning at 1:30, with the game starting at 2 p.m.
The Wyoming men (4-6 in the MW and 11-10 overall) are looking to build momentum off their dramatic 83-72 overtime win over Fresno State last Tuesday in Laramie. In that contest, Cowboy guard Obi Agbim hit a three-point shot as time expired in regulation to send the game into overtime.
Perennial conference power San Diego State (7-3, 14-5) has won its last three games, two of which came on the road.
The game can be heard on WyoRadio’s 99.7 JACK-FM and 99KSIT.com beginning at 5:30 p.m. with the tipoff at 6 p.m.
The Cowgirls are set to host Boise State, while the Cowboy heads to San Diego State in exciting upcoming matchups for the Wyoming basketball teams. Don’t miss out on the action as both teams look to secure important victories on the road to success! #GoWyo
The New Mexico Lobos (17-4, 9-1 Mountain West) face the Utah State Aggies (19-2, 9-1) in a showdown of the top 2 teams in the conference on Saturday. Tip-off from Dee Glen Smith Spectrum in Logan, Utah, is at 9:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the New Mexico vs. Utah State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.
The Lobos are coming off a 75-73 road win over UNLV last Saturday, failing to cover the 3.5-point spread as favorites. They have bounced back from their one conference loss, a 71-70 defeat to San Jose State Jan. 14, having won their last 3 contests.
The Aggies have also won 3 straight after their lone conference loss, a 65-62 loss to UNLV Jan. 15. They got their revenge over the Rebels Wednesday, beating them 76-71 in Logan but failing to cover the 10.5-point spread.
This is the first meeting of the season for the teams.
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The Aggies have won 8 of the last 10 meetings vs. the Lobos and have not lost to them at home since 2015. Opponents have not scored more than 71 points against them in their last 4 games. They average 82.4 points per game.
They are 11-1 at home, while the Lobos are 4-2 on the road.
I expect a Utah State win, but -210 odds don’t give you enough value to want to wager.
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New Mexico at Utah State Odds, Picks and Predictions
The New Mexico Lobos are set to take on the Utah State Aggies in a Mountain West conference matchup. Both teams are coming off of losses and will be looking to bounce back with a win.
The odds for this game have Utah State as the heavy favorite, with a spread of -14.5 points. The over/under is set at 55.5 points.
In terms of picks and predictions, it’s hard to go against the odds in this matchup. Utah State has been dominant at home this season and should be able to cover the spread against a struggling New Mexico team.
Prediction: Utah State 35, New Mexico 17
If you’re looking to place a bet on this game, consider taking Utah State to cover the spread and the under on the total points. Good luck!
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