Derek Piper

6 days ago | 247sports.com | Derek Piper

GIFFORD, Ill. — Brad Underwood was able to take time out for his annual Kickin' Cancer event at Gordyville USA on Wednesday night, but most of his day-to-day is consumed by trying to piece together next season's roster puzzle. The Illini have gotten 'I'm back' announcements from Tomislav Ivisic, Kylan Boswell, Ty Rodgers and Jake Davis. They've signed Arkansas transfer Zvonimir Ivisic, who is set to team up with his twin brother.

1 week ago | 247sports.com | Derek Piper

Lead basketball reporter Derek Piper breaks down how Arizona State guard Adam Miller would fit at Illinois (again) & where the Illini stand. VIPArizona State guard and former Illini Adam Miller is in the transfer portal. Lead basketball reporter Derek Piper breaks down his potential fit at Illinois and his odds to land with the Illini.

1 week ago | 247sports.com | Derek Piper

Lead basketball reporter Derek Piper breaks down new Illini commit David Mirkovic and how he impacts the roster-building plans. VIPThe offensive talent in the frontcourt is really exciting. That was taken to another level on Monday when highly-skilled Montenegrin forward David Mirkovic committed to Illinois.

2 weeks ago | 247sports.com | Derek Piper

Lead basketball reporter Derek Piper breaks down how Montana guard Malik Moore would fit at Illinois & where the Illini stand. VIPMontana guard Malik Moore will have a Zoom with Illinois this week. Lead basketball reporter Derek Piper breaks down his potential fit at Illinois and his odds to land with the Illini. To read this full article and more, subscribe now —SALE: 50% off first yearGet access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer.

2 weeks ago | 247sports.com | Derek Piper

Reuniting the Ivisic bros in Champaign makes a ton of sense, and it will be a lot of fun to watch. Getting Tomislav Ivisic back was at the very top of the priority list for the Illini going into the offseason, and his "I'm back" announcement on Saturday is massive. The 7-foot-1 center had a very nice debut season in college basketball as someone who was not only productive but a guy who unlocked an Illini offense that finished the year 14th overall in adjusted offensive efficiency.