Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

[Johnny Lawrence]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1914765718702219600

 

[IllinoisIntegrity]

Don’t think we’ve ever had a “Denzel boom” without an announcement, have we?

 

[kleine]

lets turn 2 today

 

[blife]

Елита

 

[skyIdub]

Breaking News: NATO to place missile defense systems on outskirts of Champaign-Urbana.

 

[ColSLU69]

Honest question? What’s our defense look like with the roster shaping up to be? Can we keep teams out of the lane?

Honest guess? We're just going to try to outscore every opponent this season.

 

[Wazababybrucedouglaskid]

Love the pick up! Seems to have plus speed in the open court and great ball control attacking the rim. Shot looks plus also!

 

[CleverHandle1]

I have no idea about these guys, but I shall trust Indy and Lville's word for it. I am in. I just hope they can play some defense to complement this offensive team.

 

[jamarvelous31]

Out of nowehere.

To put that get into context, the equivalent of a top 10-15 portal guy. One of the best players in a really good league. Think Balkan Braden Smith.

I think that's a perfect nickname he just needs the Quaker beard.

 

[Ryllini]

We paying these kids in Dinar or US dollars? Either way, let’s go.

 

[Scoregasm]

Honest guess? We're just going to try to outscore every opponent this season.

Therefore, no need for @ Indy Illini Fan's friend.

 

[Grandpa]

6'1 180 based on what I saw reported

If that is in meters and kilograms he is 20' .157" and 396 pounds.

Very skilled for a guy that big.

 

[Battle89]

Ladies and Gentlemen,
Please welcome your 2025-2026 Illinois Fighting Euros!

 

[IlliniFan42]

Imagine seeing this signing and being one of the people that said pay Adam Miller whatever it takes. How embarrassing for those people.

 

[grue2]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1914765718702219600

I think Mihailo is a great get. Expectations should be a bit tempered. The Adriatic is a 4th tier Euro league. All of Trent's numbers went up ~50% vs. playing for IL. Adjusting Mihailo's numbers similarly gets 9.5 PPG, 4.9APG, 1.9RPG for 28mpg.

 

[chiefini]

Imagine seeing this signing and being one of the people that said pay Adam Miller whatever it takes. How embarrassing for those people.

Imagine being Wisconsin and thinking you had Petrovic on board three days ago but were just working out a visa problem, and Vlad snuck in and did a steal and sign. How embarrassing for those Badgers.

 

[Rebounding Dog]

Two actually. heard Bam is changing his name:
Bozovic!

 

[Second place is 1st loser]

Imagine seeing this signing and being one of the people that said pay Adam Miller whatever it takes. How embarrassing for those people.

Oh stop. I wasn't overly thrilled with Miller being a major move, but to think that anyone was aware this new guy even existed is just foolish. Of the domestic portalers, the pickings are getting slim. One of our insiders, just this morning said we were putting all of our eggs in the Stojakovic basket, so stop.

 

[EyeoftheIllini]

I assume Gonzaga has us beat.

Yes, and probably years ago. And now a days not that distinctive to have a large foreign-born contingent on a roster. Oregon State’s squad this year had players from Germany, Iran, Lithuania, France (2) England, Denmark, Canada, and Turkey. All from the same region might be unique though.

 

[DeonThomas]

Comrade Underwood

 

[BillyBob1]

Imagine being Wisconsin and thinking you had Petrovic on board three days ago but were just working out a visa problem, and Vlad snuck in and did a steal and sign. How embarrassing for those Badgers.

Like Sarr?

 

[Fly Illini Fly!]

If we get Andrej we're pretty much out of playing time.

Petrovic is probably the best player on this team, and certainly a heavy minutes floor general.


Watch the video. Ain't no way he's 6'3"

Even with potentially landing Andrej? That's a very bolded statement. I honestly have little to no clue on these Euro prospects so label me on board.

 

[jsmoke2215]

I think Mihailo is a great get. Expectations should be a bit tempered. The Adriatic is a 4th tier Euro league. All of Trent's numbers went up ~50% vs. playing for IL. Adjusting Mihailo's numbers similarly gets 9.5 PPG, 4.9APG, 1.9RPG for 28mpg.

I'm not sure you can base projections for a season based on this kind of logic. The main thing is, this team needed someone with his capabilities and got him.

 

[mulepie]

I’m loving all the ic’y fun, and please keep it coming. I like the idea of the players on the court communicating in a Balkan language, to the bafflement of their opposition. But let’s not forget: Eastern Europe ≠ Russia.

 

[OB positive]

Okay, okay I'm good with Petrovic. Now that's the type of pickup we needed. Another scoring point gaurd that also has a high number of assists per game. Gives some relief for Boswell on running the show, me likey. He is definitely a better get than what I thought we were going to end up with. Kudos to Brad.