The IHSA Boys Basketball State Tournament is taking place at CEFCU Arena in Champaign, with the semifinals and third-place games for Class 3A and 4A held on Friday and the championship games scheduled for Saturday.

The Big Picture

The event features notable teams such as Mount Carmel, Mount Zion, DePaul, and Richwoods in contention for state titles in Class 3A and 4A.

By the Numbers
  • Mount Zion season record: 35-1
  • Richwoods leading scorer: Lathan Sommerville with 24.6 points per game
State of Play
  • Mount Carmel and Mount Zion make their first state appearances in decades
  • NCHS in its sixth state appearance, seeking its best finish after finishing second in 2015
What's Next

The tournament will continue with the third-place games on Friday and the championship games on Saturday, determining the state champions for Class 3A and 4A.

Bottom Line

The IHSA Boys Basketball State Tournament showcases a mix of experienced contenders and newcomers competing for prestigious state titles, enhancing the excitement and anticipation for the upcoming games.