Recent content by Longtimelurker

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    Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

    I think we all better get used to the idea that some of these bench guys will be starting for us next year. Do you really think Tre White came here to ride the pine?
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    Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

    I’m not an insider, but occasionally get good information. I told this board 2 weeks ago that Coleman would be playing college basketball next year. I also stated that is was possible that it wouldn’t be for the U of I. I believe a return to the U if I is still the most likely scenario...
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    Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

    Who’s leaving? I assume it’s got to be Nico or Luke. Hope it’s not Luke, but it’s not looking like he’s going to get a lot of playing time.
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    Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

    texillwek Shooting his shot Where’s the cashier? Time to collect…
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    Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

    Ok. Should rephrase it. Coleman Hawkins will not be playing in the NBA next year. He has a serious injury that will not heal in time for him to participate in the NBA draft process. He only really has 2 options: 1. Sign an NIL deal now with assurances that he will play the 4 next year in...
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    Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

    I’m not some guy who makes lots of wild claims on here. Hawkins injury is serious. Be prepared for him to be playing college basketball next year.
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    Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

    Only viable option. He’s injured and only a fringe NBA talent.
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    Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

    Hawkins will be playing college ball next year. That’s a fact.
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    Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

    I believe that is on the table.
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    Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

    Been doing rehab. Not going well.
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    Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

    haven’t been on in a while so forgive me if it’s been said. Hearing that Brad and Co are cooling on some of our transfer targets. They think Marcus and Coleman are coming back.
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    TSJ Thread

    So is TJ saying it wasn’t him at all? Or is he saying she consented?
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    TSJ Thread

    Take this for what it’s worth. My connections on the WBB side have told me(my wife) the following: It’s unlikely, but possible that TJ comes back prior to a full resolution of the case. The panel is independent, but “friendly” to the DIA.
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    Terrence Shannon Jr. suspended

    Disagree. I can see multiple scenarios where TSJ is back in an Illini uniform.