Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

[Newmark4thFloor]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1487854221970087946

Sure, this is against HS competition but he already looks way more aggressive than anyone on our current roster.

 

[InDaAZ]

Sure, this is against HS competition but he already looks way more aggressive than anyone on our current roster.

Would this be referring to the roster of that lackadaisical team currently sitting atop the B1G halfway through the season
What a bunch of slackers they are

 

[Newmark4thFloor]

Would this be referring to the roster of that lackadaisical team currently sitting atop the B1G halfway through the season
What a bunch of slackers they are

Didn't say he was better than others. That remains to be seen. Just said looks more aggressive.

 

[IllinoisssssssVarsity]

Who is Thornton playing in those highlights? Jersey looks like it says Royals but I’m not sure.

 

[IlliniKat91]

Who is Thornton playing in those highlights? Jersey looks like it says Royals but I’m not sure.

Larkin High School in Elgin. They're the only team with the nickname Royals in the area. (Plus a quick Google search on Thornton's schedule confirmed it.)

 

[Brosky]

This is a solid team, with a bunch of underclassmen. Of course it will be a step back from the current roster full of super seniors. What will be truly exciting is the year after next.

I think you are right. Just hope I live long enough to see it. P.S. I would love to see Grandison back next year.

 

[Brosky]

Hopefully, Morez is just step one in a truly elite recruiting class.

 

[Kathy]

Can't let him go. The sunk cost is too high. Somene's head would need to roll. [Business perspective.]

That doesn't matter. Schools buyout coaches contracts, costing them millions, all the time.

 

[Ga65]

Sure, this is against HS competition but he already looks way more aggressive than anyone on our current roster.

Built more like Dre Feliz than Trent or Belo. Will be BIG ready to compete.

 

[WizardBill]

That doesn't matter. Schools buyout coaches contracts, costing them millions, all the time.

Pretty sure you missed the joke…

 

[ElGran]

Would this be referring to the roster of that lackadaisical team currently sitting atop the B1G halfway through the season
What a bunch of slackers they are

To be fair, w/o Belo we don't have many guys who can penetrate and create, ie. we're more of a jump shooting team. And yes, there's a difference between doing that at the H.S. level and college.

 

[Joel Goodson]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1487855855265538048

 

[ugottabjoshinme]

Especially for Epps. Belo is our only guard returning with really good handles. We really need another capable ball handler. I think Harris and Rodgers may have a tougher time cracking the rotation. But they're both such tenacious defenders that I think they will get minutes.

I see no reason Rodgers is going to have a tough time getting minutes. He's the type of wing we don't have, and all reports are that he is a high energy do everything glue guy as well that Brad loves.

 

[Rich]

I see no reason Rodgers is going to have a tough time getting minutes. He's the type of wing we don't have, and all reports are that he is a high energy do everything glue guy as well that Brad loves.

And defense

 

[Heisenbobble]

There will be a transfer 2 guard next year....Also Grandison and Kofi are still up in the air

This seems awfully specific. Is this basically a done deal?

 

[Joel Goodson]

This seems awfully specific. Is this basically a done deal?

And if it is, can you tell us his surname or initials?

 

[FrankNitty30]

Sure, this is against HS competition but he already looks way more aggressive than anyone on our current roster.

What!?!?!?

 

[21ChampaignSt]

And if it is, can you tell us his surname or initials?

Landers Nolley seems like he might fit the bill. I don't see how he could want to stay in Memphis for another year.
*I have absolutely no inside information whatsoever.

 

[LvilleILL]

There is going to be a ton of interest from multiple big time transfer names this offseason...all I will say. Illinois basketball is back and people want to come here.

 

[pruman91]

There is going to be a ton of interest from multiple big time transfer names this offseason...all I will say. Illinois basketball is back and people want to come here.

nuff said , my friend

 

[Heisenbobble]

And if it is, can you tell us his surname or initials?

I second this post.

 

[Heisenbobble]

There is going to be a ton of interest from multiple big time transfer names this offseason...all I will say. Illinois basketball is back and people want to come here.

Well CRAP! This is less specific. *fizzle pizzle*

 

[alexander58]

Everyone talks about Epps spelling Curbelo next year. I really think Rodgers has the ability to handle some PG time next year. His vision and passing are outstanding. Handle looks like it could use a little tightening, but it is pretty good.

I know we’re looking at highlights against high school competition, but wow. The guys coming next year are going to be fun to watch.

 

[Flyinghi71]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1488166225377120256

 

[ptgrd23]

That doesn't matter. Schools buyout coaches contracts, costing them millions, all the time.

Hutch is a prime example of difficulty in reversing a bad decision. People hate admitting they mad a bad decision (regardless if it is anybody's fault).

I think one reason for Brad's success is his wilingness to change.

Abandoning the super aggressive trapping defense he used sucessfully at SFA and Ok State when it did not work at Illinois

Hutch's injuries are not anybody's fault but it is time for him to move on from Illinois. Yes - he may do well somewhere else but the data indicates he is more likely to be injured and unable to stay on court next year. I hope I am wrong.

Mike Epstein (football) was good player for us that could not stay on the field. Sometimes it is just not meant to be.

2017 - 5 games
2018 - 8 games
2019 - 1 game
2020- 7 games
2021 - 2 games