Basketball

Lots has happened since our IlliniGuys members-only Zoom call a week ago Monday night, so I went to IlliniGuys co-founder and Illini insider Brad Sturdy to get the 411 on where things stand with some of the top prospects.

"All signs point to the Illini and some in his camp are even going so far to say he will wear Orange and Blue on the next level."

"I scared some IlliniGuys members when I put Illinois' chances at 25% a few days ago; after more conversations and insider info, I think their chances are far greater than that."

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The NCAA Tournament ended and it was a very disappointing outcome to say the least. Now it's time for the staff to get the next generation of talent to come to Champaign-Urbana and restock the team. The names interested in becoming one of the Fighting Illini are impressive. 

Already the Illini have commitments from 6'7" wing RJ Melendez and 6'7" 4-star wing Luke Goode. The class could get much stronger. 

The list of recruits allegedly interested in Illinois is lengthy and includes names like 4-star PG and Creighton decommit Ty Ty Washington, former McDonald's All-American guard and Texas Tech transfer Nimari Burnett, and former Michigan State decommit 6'10 center Enoch Boakye. The next few months will be critical to the Illini's future success. 

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The battle for Illinois starts early Sunday morning. The #1 seed Illini look to continue their dominance versus the veteran Ramblers. Illinois looked impressive in their first round victory, but the second round matchup will be a unique challenge. The Ramblers ranked #3 in the nation in adjusted defensive efficiency according to Kenpom.

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The Illini enter the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2013 in what was John Grace’s first season as Illinois’ head coach. After that year's controversial NCAA exit, it was all down hill from then on during his ill-fated tenure. Fortunately for the Illini fans, having Brad Underwood at the helm of Illinois basketball is paying more dividends in the form of wins on the court and in recruiting.

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