First guard off the bench and first big off the bench usually get pretty good minutes, and maybe one other guy. Past 8 guys the minutes usually get pretty sparse if everyone's healthy and stays out of trouble. Looking at that roster even with the questions that remain, it looks really strong and should see some great competition as guys push each other.
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First guard off the bench and first big off the bench usually get pretty good minutes, and maybe one other guy. Past 8 guys the minutes usually get pretty sparse if everyone's healthy and stays out of trouble. Looking at that roster even with the questions that remain, it looks really strong and should see some great competition as guys push each other.
LadyLoyalty
- Indian Wells, CA
Character, grit, role model.
Thank you, Ty Rogers.
Thank you, Ty Rogers.
Obviously a moot point for us now, and wherever he goes is getting a player with great attributes regardless...
But super curious if there were any strides made with his shooting over the last two years
I guess we'll find out from afar next year
But super curious if there were any strides made with his shooting over the last two years
I guess we'll find out from afar next year
Happy for him. He's already had 2 years of not being able to play. I don't see a path for him this year for any meaningful(if any) minutes. He needs to go somewhere and restart his career. Hopefully, he can ...injury free.
I hope he comes back in some sort of smaller position on the staff.
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Ozamataz Buckshank
- Millywaukee
ChiefGritty
- Chicago, IL
It's a bummer, but I'm surprised people are surprised.
Obviously it has been a weird situation and I was personally stunned when he chose to come back this year and will always wonder how he would have been integrated if he wasn't hurt, but the moment he chose to redshirt I assumed we would never see him on the floor again, and ALL of his peers in the program are gone. He's a Chester Frazier era player.
Thanks for everything, Ty. One of many who helped build the bridge to where we are today.
Have to say this again: Hum is my 3D hero! Hope he lands his feet somewhere that pays him well.
DrunkWastedHammeredIllini
- Where everybody wants to rule the world
Ty is one of my absolute favorite Illinois players. I am assuming he's walking across the stage and getting a University of Illinois degree. But even if he isn't, he's been an excellent program guy. And his rebounding tenacity in the 2024 B1G Tourney is one of my favorite memories of this era. I guess when the culture is carried on by people like the Ivisic Twins and David Mirkovic, the need for someone like Ty decreases. I just don't want him to go to East Lansing.
Basing that off one game ? I mainly mean ultra athletic can get out and run. Etc. not a hoss. Small forward to power forward type
Well dang, Ty is a very special young man and will be missed dearly. Someone will be getting a guy with a lot to prove, a very good basketball player, and an even better human being! I hope he has an amazing season next year and will always be a favorite of mine and my daughter! Best of luck Ty, you will be missed!
Godspeed Ty
I still believe that he would have been the difference maker last year. Continuity and grit is what that team needed.
Best of luck. Please stay out of the B1G.
Best of luck. Please stay out of the B1G.
Crazy to think we don’t have minutes for a 5th year red shirt junior, who’s been in the program his entire collegiate career, was a starter on the elite 8 team, top 30ish recruit in his class, and an u18 team usa basketball selection and major contributor. Programs in a great place! Still sad to see Ty go tho
Sucks to see Ty go but that's life. Tough choices are made. All we can do is absolutely root for the guy. Kept the culture, professionalism, and was a leader. I call that an absolute success. Hopefully his body holds up and he get out there and do what he loves. Rooting for him always.
The Sprouting Divot
Invisible and Bulletproof
- Miracle Mile
Not like I know the guy personally or anything, but I would be shocked if he went to Michigan State or any other clear rival or direct competitor.
I can’t blame Ty. We are going to be loaded next year and he hasn’t played in a live game in two years. With our front court returning and potentially AS, it’s tough to see a world where he got more than 5-10 minutes a game
I’m sure he wants to shake the rust off quickly and he’s going to need live action minutes to accomplish that
I’m sure he wants to shake the rust off quickly and he’s going to need live action minutes to accomplish that
Illini in Indiana
- Indiana
Thank you TY !!! Best wishes for your future
The Galloping Ghost
- Washington, DC
This feels like the right move for Ty, but jeez, I was hoping he'd stay and force his way onto that court. I'm just a big believer in him. Alas. Wherever he goes, he'll always be an Illini. And I hope his next destination finds a way to maximize his strengths, and the fanbase loves him as much as we do.
Fan Since '70
- OBS, Florida
Hope Ty finds a place he can play starter minutes and play well enough to get Euro Pro interest if he wants to keep playing.