Recent content by Dwknowles

Bigger name in coaching circles or Illini circles?

Unfortunately Slink passed away in 2020….quite the showman

Remember… Alan Griffin got a 2 game suspension for stepping on a player. To me, this is at least twice as bad. He is the paid professional. He started a melee. At minimum I think 4-5 games would be appropriate and there is serious question over him keeping his job. Now, does our big ten...

Honestly was just discussing this the other day. I would say as an outside observer, watching them in game and how the players react, our assistants are a net gain over the past. Don’t get me wrong, we do and will miss Orlando, and I don’t dislike Chin, but overall this staff seems to get...

Ayo’s success is really quite simple. He does things that help you win games. Shares the ball, looks for the best shot (regardless if it is for him or others) plays very good & sometimes great defense, rebounds, and shoots at a very high percentage. Things he doesn’t do? Turn the ball over...

Am I the only one who saw what looked like an Illini mouth piece Deron Williams used tonight?

Also add: -our offense moves the ball so much better with ‘bello out we may be better without him. -also This shows how much we miss ‘bello. Need him back ASAP.

Only real take away is that I loved the orange half zip the staff had on. Where can I get one?

Is it another DJ?

D.J. Steward?