That surprises me. Belo seems like a good kid. Wonder what he did off the court. Sad the concussion seems to have played a part?
One of the things that basketball does is expose and display on the court one’s basic personality (from Real Life).
Alphas in Life become Alphas on the court. Those more comfortable in the background become good role players happy to let others lead.
Some (and play) live afraid to make a mistake. Others take their mistakes in stride and just keep on doing their thing.
Some guys are conservative. Some are risk takers.
Only those closest to Belo know the kind of guy he really is. But if you can draw any conclusions from his court play and work backwards... then he is a showman and isn’t afraid to push limits. If true, how this impacts his life only he and those closest to him know.
What is clear is that he has a special gift for talent and flair. And if he can learn to channel these in the right direction, then there is no limit to what he can accomplish on the court... and in his Life.
There is no true Illini fan who doesn’t want to see Belo succeed and get past his challenges whatever they might be. Whether it is with the Illini or elsewhere... we wish him the best on his personal journey and we thank him for what he’s already given to the Illini program.
Coach has said it. Guys like Belo don't come along every day.