Illini Sports Blog

The week that was in summer hoops

Larry Austin is a high-major player. But the Hoops Report doesn't view the Springfield Lanphier standout as a top 50 talent in the country, which both Rivals.com and Scout.com currently have the 6-1 guard. Austin plays hard and will get after it defensively about as well as any high school guard that you will see. He finishes at the rim well. And he plays unselfish, often going stretches where he doesn't even look to score. While his jumper has been worked on, it's still very much a work in progress. In addition, he's yet to lock into being a natural at either one of the guard positions.

Joe Henricksen

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