They probably will return, the Final Two, I mean. But I am convinced one of them will transfer out within the coming year.
Scholarship Grid
Yes with the transfers they more than likely have coming in I imagine that DGL is going to have to fight for minutes again this year. Unless he makes a big jump and shows them he is too valuable to be sitting on the bench he will be gone. Actually surprised he stayed around this year as we are obviously recruiting over him.
BMoreIllini
- Baltimore, MD
Updated the grid:
KASPARAS JAKUCIONIS and TOMISLAV IVISIC join the team
KEATON KUTCHER redshirted last year, as it turns out
MAX WILLIAMS is no longer listed on the 24-25 roster, so I assume he's graduating at this time
KASPARAS JAKUCIONIS and TOMISLAV IVISIC join the team
KEATON KUTCHER redshirted last year, as it turns out
MAX WILLIAMS is no longer listed on the 24-25 roster, so I assume he's graduating at this time
FeelYourPaign
- So Cal
And now will Riley, fall of 24!
BMoreIllini
- Baltimore, MD
Scholarship Grid Update:
Added F Will Riley
Added G Kasparas Jakučionis
Walk ons will be updated shortly.
Added F Will Riley
Added G Kasparas Jakučionis
Walk ons will be updated shortly.
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Goillinikobd
- Southeastern US
Wow 83% roster turnover. Probably >95% of scoring and minutes played gone.
It’s a new world.
It’s a new world.
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I thought Riley already signed not just verbal, especially if he’s going through admissions right now.
IlliniSaluki
- IL metro east burbs of St. Louis
He did otherwise the official Social media's and Brad wouldn't of been able to talk about him directly.
This is the final update I'd expect before the season starts.
Ignoring future transfers, nice balance going forward.
You can forget about balance..there is no way that every one completes their 4 years here or anywhere else for that matter..can't count on more than one year for any one any more
Okay, I lied and decided to update the grid with the 2025 commitments. Note: while borderline impossible, if nobody leaves the program (outside Ben graduating), we will have all 15 roster slots filled per the new NCAA roster size limit that takes effect next season. Just something to think about when it comes to in-season recruiting, as I'm not sure the coaching staff can guarantee that at least one more player will leave to potential recruits. I guess they could kick the walk-ons off the team, but I'm not sure how that works.
My guess is the recruiting will go on unabated. If BU & Co can offer 15 scholarships he is going to look for the best 15 players he can. No offense to Redd or Kutcher but if they can be replaced they will be. If they can't find anyone to fill those slots I wouldn't be surprised to see Brad give the last two scholarships as a token thank you for their hard work in their senior year.
My understanding of the new rules is that the 15 roster spots includes all members of the team, including walk-ons. So, unless we are eliminating the walk-oks, who have years of experience in the system, and probably help significantly when training new members, there is only one spot left.
Slight update courtesy of the NCAA
Those transfers were amazing model for transfer.
I believe we got some good transfers this year, but sure would be great to have cohawk goode, and/or or sincere to stick around for more culture continuity.
First update of the 2025 offseason. Note that while our walk-ons might not actually be awarded scholarships, the school is free to award any of our 15 players full scholarships (and limited to 15 total players).
Ben is Questionable due to his extra year not being cleared up yet (as far as I'm aware). KJ and Will are Questionable as I expect them to enter (and stay in) the NBA Draft.
Ben is Questionable due to his extra year not being cleared up yet (as far as I'm aware). KJ and Will are Questionable as I expect them to enter (and stay in) the NBA Draft.
Illini in Italy
- Illini HQ, Florida Panhandle
As always, thanks for doing this. Going forward, I'm wondering "Scholarship Grid" should be replaced with "Team Roster" showing the player and his salary . . .
Unfortunately, you could put every player as questionable until the season starts.
Think Ty is more of a 50/50 than doubtful
Here's the update after Dra's announcement
