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Andrej Stojakovic's choice between the NBA Draft and a return to college could reshape the Fighting Illini's lineup, prompting Coach Brad Underwood to consider both internal promotions and international recruitment.
The Illinois basketball program awaits Andrej Stojakovic's next move, a decision that could reshape the roster and elevate emerging talents.
The college basketball landscape in the Midwest is abuzz with anticipation as Andrej Stojakovic weighs his next move, a choice that could reshape the Illinois roster.
With the May 27 withdrawal deadline approaching, a handful of top prospects are weighing the benefits of staying in college against the allure of the NBA draft, a choice that could reshape next season's power balances.
Andrej Stojakovic has declared for the NBA Draft but has not yet committed. Jeff Goodman predicts a low likelihood of him staying in college, and Illinois must consider backup options like Jake Davis and incoming freshman Lucas Morillo.
Andrej Stojakovic has announced his eligibility for the NBA Draft, but his final choice remains undecided. With his statistical contributions and playing style under scrutiny, the Illinois program prepares contingency plans while key figures weigh in on the potential outcomes.
St. John's has risen to No. 16 in the 2026‑27 CBS Sports Preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings after securing a commitment from four‑star forward Theo Edema, while Coach Rick Pitino looks to bolster the roster with two additional transfers.
Illinois starter Jake Davis spent the week at a Sacred Heart‑Griffin basketball camp, where he interacted with campers before confirming his plans to play his final college season.
The Big Ten has released Illinois' conference opponents for the 2026‑27 season, revealing a schedule that balances challenging road trips with a host of winnable home games. With five returning Final Four players and new additions, the Illini hope to build on recent success.