word on the street is Storr is more of a Burger King guy. no chance after we took him to the golden arches
Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread
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I remember this story, but someone remind me who the recruit was again? Lol
I know a bit naive to not know already but anyone know how I can contribute to the NIL fund? I don’t have big pockets but would like to say I’ve done my part. I love Illinois athletics and just want the best for it.
Also are these donations considered tax deductible, the same way if I just gave to the university generally?
Also are these donations considered tax deductible, the same way if I just gave to the university generally?
Once Caleb Foster enters the transfer portal, this may change.
I believe Duke has the top ranked class coming in next year if I am not mistaken.
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it depends on which type of I-Fund contribution it is, and the link you shared appears to be a seat donation — which is NOT tax deductible.
Here's the breakdown:
I-Fund Seat Donations are annual, non-deductible gifts used to maintain, add, or purchase new season tickets for Illini football or men's basketball. Illini Excellence gifts, on the other hand, are tax deductible.
So the distinction is:
- Seat donation → Not tax deductible
- Illini Excellence gift (a contribution above and beyond the required seat donation, which boosts your priority ranking) → Tax deductible
Worth confirming directly with the I-Fund office if you're unsure which category your specific contribution falls into, since the tax treatment is meaningfully different.
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Also worth noting doesn't make sense to itemize deductions including donations (like Illini Excellence) if your deductions don't exceed the Standard Deduction.
For the 2026 tax year (taxes filed in 2027), the IRS has increased the standard deduction to $16,100 for single filers and married individuals filing separately, $32,200 for married couples filing jointly, and $24,150 for heads of household. These inflation-adjusted amounts represent an increase from the 2025 limits.
2026 Standard Deduction Amounts
- Single: $16,100
- Married Filing Jointly: $32,200
- Head of Household: $24,150
- Married Filing Separately: $16,100
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You forget they have to actually write a paper about “with that being said” so they get a grade for their made up classes this semester.
Steal their money and came back lol:
Tea leaves all seem to indicate Morez and Mara are gone
They do, but this class is typically regarded as not nearly as strong as recent classes. I believe that is why Duke seems to be making an effort to go after the highest rated guys in the portal, they seem to be building their team around portal additions and using the freshmen class to complement.
I have OSU fans who say that they can do better. I do not agree, but they feel he is on the hot seat.
If Michigan picks up Bidunga and Juke. Adds their stellar recruiting class. Returns Cadeau, McKenney, and Morez. GGs. I don't think they're a shoo-in for the 'ship. But they'll be heavy B1G favorites, i.e securing a 1 seed.
I think Mara goes and Morez returns. He's probably in the back half of the first round. He doesn't have Mara's length and reach. He's basically a bully ball rebounder and dunker. He can't create one lick of offense for himself. He'd be totally out of position in the NBA. NBA 4s need a shot and dribble. The rare exception is Draymond who specalized in moving screens and riding Steph's co...attails.
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Sarr was very inconsistent on the offensive side of the ball. Thats why he went to coming off the bench. Trying to do too much when you had Boozer on the floor. He eventually got back in the starting lineup because of his defense but it was obvious he had been told not to force shots anymore or he would sit back down. He's not half the player Wagler is.
Why did he even leave the first time
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it depends on which type of I-Fund contribution it is, and the link you shared appears to be a seat donation — which is NOT tax deductible.
Here's the breakdown:
I-Fund Seat Donations are annual, non-deductible gifts used to maintain, add, or purchase new season tickets for Illini football or men's basketball. Illini Excellence gifts, on the other hand, are tax deductible.
So the distinction is:
- Seat donation → Not tax deductible
- Illini Excellence gift (a contribution above and beyond the required seat donation, which boosts your priority ranking) → Tax deductible
Worth confirming directly with the I-Fund office if you're unsure which category your specific contribution falls into, since the tax treatment is meaningfully different.
- - -
Also worth noting doesn't make sense to itemize deductions including donations (like Illini Excellence) if your deductions don't exceed the Standard Deduction.
For the 2026 tax year (taxes filed in 2027), the IRS has increased the standard deduction to $16,100 for single filers and married individuals filing separately, $32,200 for married couples filing jointly, and $24,150 for heads of household. These inflation-adjusted amounts represent an increase from the 2025 limits.
2026 Standard Deduction Amounts
- Single: $16,100
- Married Filing Jointly: $32,200
- Head of Household: $24,150
- Married Filing Separately: $16,100
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Duke is always a major factor, but think the tide is going towards Illinois on this one. Not done, but that's where the direction is going.
Whatever you do, don't check Blackwells other recent follows.
Yeah...OSU fans are not the most rational people. They have a very inflated view of their program (I live among them.)
We'll see. Could very well happen, as these portal additions always seem to be fluid. A lot of behind the scenes action occurring, as usual.
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Yes… but to be fair, he had an equally good time during his recent visit to Ann Arbor.
Well, there's that. Crazy expectations for these coaches.
In this world, following other players might well be a "hey what are they paying you?"
I am so sick of NIL. Players tell you they want to come play for you but they have to wait and see what someone else might offer. Just ridiculous, there needs to be some limits set and at least make it like the NBA where there are contracts and binding agreements.
RabidDawgClassic
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So basically about the same advantage as winning the opening tip.
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