Hansberry chose the Fighting Illini over Auburn, Miami, Penn State and Virginia Tech. The future of the program is so bright. Continuing to allude to the future, Green mentioned that the Illini still have one more open spot for their 2023-24 roster. Evans is clearly a more polished player than most big men at his age. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images). Illinois Fighting Illini news fromFanSided Daily, Illinois Football: Johnny Newton has been a menace for the Illini, Illinois Basketball: Ty Rodgers looked at as a top freshman for 2022-23, Illinois Football: 30 Greatest Players of All-Time, Illinois Basketball: Projected Illini lineup with Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn, College Football Week 5 Picks and Predictions Against the Spread, Illinois Basketball: The Almanac keeps Illini in the top 25, Illinois Basketball: Illini high on Andy Katz's Power 36 rankings. That ball isnt coming out regardless of how many defenders crack down on him. See All. Amani Hansberry is also coming in. 170, C / 1 guard spot and roll into next season with him leading the way. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Morez Johnson St. Rita (Chicago, IL) 6-8 / 205. Clark entered this season as the highest-ranked prospect in Illinois' 2022 recruiting class, which ranked No. He expects the . Ranking by State. 170, PG / This will be a solid addition to the program. I also left Hawkins off because I believe he will declare for the NBA Draft after the season concludes. Position Rankings. Dra's a good athlete, can shoot it, takes great pride defensively, and he's very good in ball screens. That is where Dennis Evans could come into play. Read. 76 by Rivals150, No. Coleman Hawkins is currently listed as a second-round NBA Draft pick. Zero commitments thus far, but the 2023 group is surrounded by a top 10 class in 2022 and the best class in the nation in 2024. Recruiting still strong despite Illini losing ZZ Clark. Well, on Friday, the Illini got their wish. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. He is also the No. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***. This was a good addition to the Illini roster and one that should pay dividends down the road. He is going to be a great option at the No. He was dominant; played so hard. Were just pretty small across the board, in terms of our guards, so that was something that was really critical to us.. Harris is a big-time difference-maker for the Illini. The top target for the Illini right now is in-state product, JJ Taylor. The pair stand at 5 feet 10 inches and 5 feet 11 inches respectively, which is something that Green values very highly due to her current roster being slightly undersized. I have Moretti coming in and maybe seeing a few minutes here and there in the second half of the 2022-23 campaign. I also believe there could be decent playing time in Hansberrys future if he comes to Illinois. 6-4 / For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Harris isnt a true point guard by any means, but Illinois is a better team when he is on the court and bringing the ball up. Well, on Friday, Evans backed out of his commitment to the Golden Gophers. CHAMPAIGN, Ill.University of Illinois head coach Brad Underwood announced Wednesday the signing of four-star recruits Amani Hansberry and Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn and three-star standoutZacharie Perrinto national letters of intent on the first day of the early signing period. The forward is the first member of Illinois 2023 college basketball recruiting class for head coach Brad Underwood. We love the fact that he has stayed loyal to us during this process. #FamILLy Skip To Main Content Pause All Rotators Skip To Main Content Jan 16 Minnesota Recap Men's Basketball at Minnesota January 16, 2023 5 pm CT Boxscore Men's Basketball at Minnesota January 16, 2023 5 pm CT We had some needs that we really wanted to address and I am happy with both of them.. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. 6-8 / These three are going to be insane. Head coach: Brad Underwood. ", "He's a double-double machine, super high IQ, very, very skilled." Every year the program sends multiple players . 200, PF / No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. Illinois 2024 Prospects. It has been a good weekend for the Illinois Fighting Illini. Basketball Recruiting - Jeremy Fears Jr. Update. 9. There are already strong connections with Taylor via the AAU circuit and the Chicago area recruiting. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. Illinois Lands Three Recruits in Class of 2023 - University of Illinois Athletics 8 pm CT Recap Men's Basketball vs #21 Northwestern February 23, 2023 8 pm CT Boxscore Men's Basketball vs #21 Northwestern February 23, 2023 8 pm CT Ohio State Listen Men's Basketball at Ohio State February 26, 2023 11 am CT Dain Dainja is more suited for the No. 52 in the college basketball recruiting class of 2023. The newcomers are guards Cori Allen of Montverde Academy and Gretchen Dolan of Williamsville South High School. He is rated as a four-star recruit and ranked as the No. While Moretti is going to join the team for the spring semester and is eligible to play immediately, I dont think he will see that much time early on. 12. 235, SF / The Illini have already secured a solid recruiting class for 2023. Draloves to playand is a driven young man who will fit well on our perimeter. 200, SG / All picks and predictions are suggestions only. I think Morettis time to shine is going to be next season. 13. 6-6 / By Conor Blount, Staff Writer November 10, 2022 With Clarks leave of absence, there are a lot of question marks, so I went worst-case scenario and left him off. Jan 11, 2022; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood signals the team against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the second half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. 21 Northwestern Thursday at State Farm Center. Cockburn dominated last season without Dosunmu, but the result was another second-round exit. Head coach: Brad Underwood. We needed a guard who could go alongside Hansberrys 6-foot-8 size. PF. Lets snag Hansberry and continue building the frontcourt. The Illini class of 2023 has been an enigma. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images). This prediction was by the publisher of the Maryland 247Sports site, Jeff Ermann. 6-3 / Although it is far too early to start evaluating the Shauna Green era of Illinois womens basketball, it is evident that Green is devoted to turning the program on its head. The Illini have ties to the east coast as far as recruiting goes. 63 by ESPN100, No. Kofi will most likely be gone by 2023 creating an opportunity for another big man along with Omar Payne, Coleman Hawkins, and whoever they end up getting in the 2022 recruiting class. AMANI HANSBERRY Could the Illinois basketball team be one step closer to landing their first commitment for 2023? Mostly because of the number of prospects that have come off it both in narrowed options that don't include. 0.8781. Although Allen and Dolan are an impressive class on their own, Green is not quite finished constructing next seasons roster. 175, PF / He takes great pride on the defensive end of things." Hard Commits (1) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status. 245, PG / 172, PF / Grandfontaine, France No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. 1. One of the top Illinois basketball recruiting targets is starting to narrow down the scope of his recruitment. The timing of the commitment came as a bit of a surprise as he still has two seasons of high school basketball to complete. 192, C / Lafayette, Ind. Gibbs-Lawhorn is a 6-foot-1, 165-pound combo guard from Montverde Academy in Florida. It is great to see Illinois getting some momentum for Hansberry. Assistant coach Chester Frazier is from Maryland and has been able to recruit that area pretty well. At 5 feet, 10 inches and 170 pounds, he has slot receiver written all over him. The Illini have already secured a solid recruiting class for 2023. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. 6-8 / It all started with landing Ayo Dosunmu, and he has done great work ever since. He'sat a storied program in Montverde so he benefits from going up against greatcompetition in daily practice and with a national schedule. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. 200, PF / 195, SF / 2023 Top Recruits; 2023 Top Classes; NBA Draft; . 80 by Top247, No. Underwood on Gibbs-Lawhorn: "I saw him for the first time in the spring while he was committed to another school, and I told our assistants, 'We're going to hate playing against this guy.' Silver Spring, Md. Enrollees (2) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status. He was a great first piece to the puzzle, as Hansberry is a four-star recruit who is the No. Dalen Davis Whitney Young (Chicago, IL) PG. Hansberry broke down his decision to choose Illinois. 5 spot. Coach Frazier's reputation in the DMV and the relationships he's builtwere important in this recruitment. The most impressive attribute about Evans is the fact he is a willing passer. 2023 ESPN Shooting guards. But it is now time to look at what is left for the Illini in 2023. 7-1 / Evans, of course, does his best work in the paint on both ends of the court, but he is more than just a big body. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. But the Bradley, Illinois forward had other plans. I fully expected him to build out a solid class of 2023, and he is doing so. We only had four players return from last seasons team, and I think that could be a pattern moving forward. Underwood has yet to let us down when it comes to recruiting. Underwood has brought the Fighting Illini back to relevance after years of struggles, but the program is still trying to get to the next level when it comes to NCAA Tournament success. Auburn, Miami, Penn State and Virginia Tech, according to 247Sports Composites rankings. Ranking by Region. 2 small forward in the nation and the best player coming out of Illinois. It looks like the Illinois basketball team has added to the family on Friday afternoon. Dainja can have games like the 20 points and seven rebounds against Michigan State, but then he can put up a combined three points and six rebounds in the last two contests. The other four teams to get an official visit were Penn State, Virginia Tech, Boston College, and Illinois. Illinois' Terrence Shannon Jr. reacts during the second half against Northwestern, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, in Champaign, Ill. Michael Allio Northwestern's Matthew Nicholson, right, is defended. Illinois has been recruiting Taylor for quite some time. 6-9 / He then committed and signed with Minnesota in November. 84 by On3 Consensus, and No. 18 player in the class of 2023. Geoff went over and watched the U18 Euros in Turkey, and Zachwas spectacular. Well see whats out there when the time comes.. With as much turnover as rosters seem to have, it's almost a guarantee that the Illinois staff will try to get a big man in the 2023 recruiting class. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. . Breaking: 2023 four-star Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn has committed to Illinois, he tells @On3Recruits. In the upcoming projected Illini lineup, I dont include Skyy Clark and Coleman Hawkins. 1 player in state of Maryland Ranked No. He is also the No. They are really focused on developing their guys and getting them to the next level and that really stood out to me. Montverde Academy (Fla.). Here is the projected Illinois basketball lineup in 2023-24 with Niccolo Moretti. 1 Guard Starter: Sencire Harris (4-star) We are only on the first player, and I know some people are. 6-0 / It was less than two months ago people were worried about the Illinois class of 2023. 0.8767. 1 seed in the tournament behind Ayo Dosunmu and Kofi Cockburn two years ago, only to lose in the second round. Zacharie Perrin Sunrise Christian (Wichita, KS) 6-10 / 220. He is rated as a four-star recruit and ranked as the No. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. He is the lead recruiter in the Hansberry sweepstakes. This has opened the door to programs swooping in and trying to land one of the best recruits left in the 2023 class. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. He is rated as a five-star recruit and ranked as the No. 23 in the nation, and there are important pieces entering the program who will fill some big voids. Taylor then transferred out to Kenwood in 2020. Could the Illinois basketball team be one step closer to landing their first commitment for 2023? 6-4 / 26 power forward in the nation and the No. ", "He's a very, very good athlete. The star forward was down to visit Illinois this past weekend. Men's Basketball They both can score at all three levels, Green said. Illinois needs to make sure we have some type of size moving forward. 1 on Taylors list right now is big for the program. Evans has the basketball IQ to find the open man. 247Sports Recruiting. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Too many times you see a big man get the ball, and he turns into a black hole. 1 guard spot. Illinois 2023 Basketball Offers Illinois 2023 Basketball Offers (56) Illinois 2023 Offers More Point Guard (8) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Caleb Foster Notre Dame (Sherman Oaks, CA) 6-5 / 190. Illinois basketball is going on a fishing trip in hopes to catch one of the biggest fish in the class of 2023. After the football team destroyed Wyoming Saturday to start their 2022 season, the Illinois basketball program got some major news Sunday in the form of a commitment from four-star prospect Amani Hansberry. 180, PF / He is the 19 th-ranked recruit in Illinois and 56th-ranked running back nationally in the 2024 class in the 247Sports composite ratings of major recruiting services. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. 18w Recruiting still strong despite Illini. 6-11 / 70 player in the class of 2023. Gibbs-Lawhorn gives Illinois two top 100 recruits for 2023. Illinois basketball picked up another commitment in the form of Niccolo Moretti on Wednesday afternoon. 6-7 / For much of the past A big 2025 recruit is visiting the Illini this weekend. The fact that Illinois is No. 118 by Rivals150 Attends Mount Saint Joseph High School in Baltimore, Maryland, playing for coach Pat Clatchey Averaged 20.3 points, 13.6 rebounds and 4.3 assists last season Named Player of the Year by Varsity Sports Network Led Mount Saint Joseph to a 32-7 record, including the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) A Conference championship and Baltimore Catholic League (BCL) Tournament title Named MVP of the BCL Tournament Plays for Team Durant on the AAU circuit Nike EYBL Peach Jam first-team selection by The Circuit after averaging 16.1 points, 10.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists Began his prep career at St. John's College High School in Washington D.C. Underwood on Hansberry: "Amani comes from a celebrated high school program and is a winner. Illinois frontcourt could see turnover after the 2022-23 campaign. Story: https://t.co/yS05lh53xw pic.twitter.com/W8akEYlFvb, Joe Tipton (@TiptonEdits) September 30, 2022. Nov. 24,2021. 79 by On3 Consensus, No. Hansberry is a 6-foot-8, 225-pound power forward from Mount Saint Joseph High School and resides in Washington D.C. 2023 ESPN Power forwards. Coach Alexander deserves credit for his efforts onthis recruitment. November 9, 2022. 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster - University of Illinois Athletics Save the Date: Football Season Ticket Renewals Begin February 22! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. It would make sense for Illinois to pursue Evans. 21 Northwestern, Kofi Cockburn agrees to professional contract with Japanese basketball club Niigata Albirex BB. 52 8 2. The addition of Niccolo Moretti is going to do wonders for the Illini depth. 2022-23 Women's Basketball Roster - University of Illinois Athletics Feb 22 wbball Nebraska Recap Women's Basketball vs Nebraska February 22, 2023 7 P.M. Boxscore Women's Basketball vs Nebraska February 22, 2023 7 P.M. Feb 26 1 P.M. wbball at Rutgers Listen Women's Basketball at Rutgers February 26, 2023 1 P.M. Illinois basketball dipped into the Michigan recruiting scene for the class of 2022, and they are eyeing another big Michigan target for 2025. Harris is a special player. Evans took a couple of official visits back in September 2022. 6-6 / He is also the No. Illinois basketball missed out on one of their top targets for 2023 on Monday afternoon. 220, PG / Top Target (1) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. That Illinois frontcourt has a big question mark right now. Still, Underwood is keeping Illinois basketball stocked with talent, and this latest commitment continues that trend. 6-3 / 220 32 8. Illinois Fighting Illini Big Ten Conference. Orkin labels Champaign 11th-worst Bed Bug City in nation, The Mardini sisters story is shared in Netflixs The Swimmers, Campus Raising Canes sets late Feb. open date, Notes, player grades from Illinois mens basketballs electric comeback against No. 2022-23 Women's Basketball Schedule - University of Illinois Athletics Women's Basketball at Rutgers February 26, 2023 Women's Basketball at Rutgers February 26, 2023 Women's Basketball at [11] Rutgers or [14] Northwestern March 2, 2023 ~8 p.m. CT Women's Basketball at [11] Rutgers or [14] Northwestern March 2, 2023 ~8 p.m. CT With landing Ayo Dosunmu and Kofi Cockburn two years ago, only to lose in upcoming., only to lose in the DMV and the Chicago area recruiting best player out... 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