Illinois hires Oklahoma State's Underwood as new coach

The Cowboys got off to a rough start to Big 12 play before rallying down the stretch to land an NCAA Tournament bid.

Brad's teams play a fast, aggressive style and show unyielding toughness, Illinois athletic director Josh Whitman said in a statement announcing the hire Saturday.

The Fighting Illini went 95-75 in five seasons under Groce but made just one NCAA tournament appearance.