We have a. 5-11 / 165. Top Target (1) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports. 7-1 / It is going to be fun to see him and Hansberry as a solid one-two punch in the future. With Clarks leave of absence, there are a lot of question marks, so I went worst-case scenario and left him off. Joe Tipton of On3.com was the first to report that Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn had decided to commit to the Illini. Cockburn dominated last season without Dosunmu, but the result was another second-round exit. The Illini added their first member of the class of 2023 back on August 28 when Amani Hansberry decided to end his recruitment and pick Illinois. 225, SF / All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. Dainja has also been extremely inconsistent during his first year in Champaign. He is rated as a four-star recruit and ranked as the No. 2022-23 Stats. 33. 200, PF / He's accepted the challenge." Standing at 6-foot-10, 220-pounds, Freeman would have been a nice solution for the post-Kofi Cockburn era. His stat line doesnt do him justice. 85 by On3, and No. Brad Underwood has trusted him to be a starter for the past four games. That ball isnt coming out regardless of how many defenders crack down on him. Illinois' 2023 recruiting board has changed drastically in the last week-plus. 6-3 / A blowout in the season opener and an active commitment to grabbing the best recruits possible is about all Illinois fans could have hoped for at this point in the season. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. 13. ESPN NFL Draft guru Mel Kiper Jr. revealed Tuesday his updated 2023 NFL Mock Draft, complete with several head-turning projected trades that would shake up the first round order. Powered by innovative technology products, 247Sports employs a staff of more than 50 full time recruiting reporters and evaluators that rank and compile data on the nation's elite high school recruits. 21 Northwestern, Kofi Cockburn agrees to professional contract with Japanese basketball club Niigata Albirex BB. CHAMPAIGN, IL - DECEMBER 06: General view of Illinois Fighting Illini basketballs seen before the game against the IUPUI Jaguars at State Farm Center on December 6, 2016 in Champaign, Illinois. 42 by Top247, No. Coach Frazier's reputation in the DMV and the relationships he's builtwere important in this recruitment. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. The best option we have is Dain Dainja, and he is in a weird spot somewhere between a power forward and a center. Read. 6/16/2021 basketball New class of 2023 rankings: Top storylines DaJuan Wagner Jr. (https://basketball.rivals.com) Rob Cassidy Basketball Recruiting Basketball Recruiting Director @Cassidy_Rob The 2023 rankings have expanded to include 100 prospects and include names both new and familiar. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. 2023 ESPN Shooting guards. Gibbs-Lawhorn is a 6-foot-1, 165-pound combo guard from Montverde Academy in Florida. Hansberry has already been on his five official visits, the last one coming on July 31 to Miami (FL). 1 guard spot and roll into next season with him leading the way. He also plays for the Mac Irvin Fire on the AAU circuit. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. But it is now time to look at what is left for the Illini in 2023. F, 6-10, 220 OVERALL RECORD: Conference RECORD: NA: NA: 2023 Player Commits. 52 8 2. 170, C / Illinois Basketball: Illini land another top 100 recruit for 2023 CHAMPAIGN, IL - MARCH 08: Head coach Brad Underwood of the Illinois Fighting Illini is seen before the game against the. I cant wait to see what Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn can do in the backcourt with Jayden Epps and Sencire Harris. Recruiting still strong despite Illini losing ZZ Clark. 6-8 / I also believe there could be decent playing time in Hansberrys future if he comes to Illinois. It would also be the first time the Illini have landed a five-star recruit in the 247Sports era of rankings. Here are the top five recruiting targets for the Illinois basketball class of 2023 after missing on Owen Freeman. 172, PF / These two will be joined by a top five class for 2024 that has Morez Johnson and ZZ Clark already pledged. He is also the No. Illinois Lands Three Recruits in Class of 2023 - University of Illinois Athletics 8 pm CT 8 pm CT #21 Northwestern 8 pm CT Recap Men's Basketball at Ohio State February 26, 2023 11 am CT Boxscore Men's Basketball at Ohio State February 26, 2023 11 am CT Mar 2 6 pm CT mbball Michigan Listen Men's Basketball vs Michigan March 2, 2023 6 pm CT Dalen Davis Whitney Young (Chicago, IL) PG. 1 on Taylors list right now is big for the program. Clark entered this season as the highest-ranked prospect in Illinois' 2022 recruiting class, which ranked No. 6-8 / He is going to be a great option at the No. Enrollees (2) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status. Assistant coach Chester Frazier is from Maryland and has been able to recruit that area pretty well. 70 player in the class of 2023. It is great to see Illinois getting some momentum for Hansberry. He has great touch within seven feet of the basket, but his play on the court is extremely scattered. Underwood on Perrin: "We're excited to re-sign Zach and welcome him again. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Illinois basketball picked up another commitment in the form of Niccolo Moretti on Wednesday afternoon. ", "He's a very, very good athlete. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports. The Illini class of 2023 has been an enigma. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Coleman Hawkins is currently listed as a second-round NBA Draft pick. ! I have one thing to say to those fans. 2 small forward in the nation and the best player coming out of Illinois. But Hansberry would help tremendously. 84 by On3 Consensus, and No. 21 Northwestern Thursday at State Farm Center. 52 in the college basketball recruiting class of 2023. Evans is clearly a more polished player than most big men at his age. Hansberry is a 6-foot-8, 225-pound power forward from Mount Saint Joseph High School and resides in Washington D.C. On Sunday, Tobias Bass of The Athletic reported that since Evans backed out of his commitment to Minnesota, he has been contacted by TCU, Louisville, Missouri, and Illinois. 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. 245, PG / He has tremendous experience at a young age through all of hisinternational competitions. 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. Could the Illinois basketball team be one step closer to landing their first commitment for 2023? CHAMPAIGN, IL - DECEMBER 06: General view of Illinois Fighting Illini basketballs seen before the game against the IUPUI Jaguars at State Farm Center on December 6, 2016 in Champaign, Illinois. Morez Johnson St. Rita (Chicago, IL) 6-8 / 205. He's a hard worker who has turned intoa double-double machine. We had some needs that we really wanted to address and I am happy with both of them.. The game was tight throughout with 20 lead changes, and . We jumped right in once he was available, with Coach Anderson doing an outstanding job in this recruitment. He would make a great addition to what is already going to be one of the best groups of players to come through Champaign in years. He would give Illinois tremendous size around the hoop. 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. 7 player in the class of 2023. I also left Hawkins off because I believe he will declare for the NBA Draft after the season concludes. Underwood has yet to let us down when it comes to recruiting. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports, Jan 10, 2023; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Sencire Harris (1) scores against Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Emmanuel Bandoumel (25) in the second half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. On top of their height, Green is very confident in the pairs offensive capabilities. Although Allen and Dolan are an impressive class on their own, Green is not quite finished constructing next seasons roster. On Thursday night, Ohio State hung with Penn State but couldn't earn their first win in over a month, falling to the Nittany Lions 75-71. 10 according to 247Sports Composites rankings. 235, SF / 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.' Lets snag Hansberry and continue building the frontcourt. 247Sports Recruiting. Adding him would keep the Illini in the running for a national title for years to come. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. Zero commitments thus far, but the 2023. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. These three are going to be insane. Amani Hansberry is also coming in. There are times when I love what Dainja brings to the court. He takes great pride on the defensive end of things." We now have a good guard who can handle the ball and make shots at a high clip. 21 Northwestern, Illini Face No. - @CoachUnderwood on @DravynGibbs #Illini | #HTTO | #EveryDayGuys pic.twitter.com/4CSOgLL01H, ZACHARIE PERRIN Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. For next season, I have him backing up Harris at the No. 18w Recruiting still strong despite Illini. 2023 ESPN Centers. 175, PF / Illinois Basketball: ESPN undervaluing Illini recruiting class for 2023 Feb 27, 2022; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the first. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. 108 by On3 Attends Montverde Academy in Montverde, Florida, playing for coach Kevin Boyle Was a reserve last spring on a Montverde team loaded withDivision I prospects that won the2022 GEICO Nationals championship Plays for Indy Heat Gym Rats on the AAU circuit Averaged 18.2 points, 2.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.8 steals in the Nike EYBL, shooting 48 percent from the field and 37 percent from three Named MVP of the EYBL Indy session by The Circuit after averaging 21 points, 2.8 assists and 2.4 rebounds Previously attended Real Salt Lake Academy in Herriman, Utah Sidelined as a sophomore following a foot injury Began his prep career at McCutcheon High School in Lafayette, Indiana Averaged 21 points as a freshman at McCutcheon, scoring 35 in the sectional vs. Marion. Illinois Fighting Illini Big Ten Conference. 205, PG / 14 combo guard in the nation and the No. 2022-23 Men's Basketball Schedule - 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 220, PG / No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. Transfer Rank. Illinois Football: 30 Greatest Players of All-Time, Illini eyeing best center available for 2023, ESPN undervaluing Illini recruiting class for 2023, 2024 target takes an Illini unofficial visit, Top 5 Illini targets for 2024 after losing ZZ Clark. 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. Head coach: Brad Underwood. 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. 63 by ESPN100, No. Among those teams eyeing the big man is Illinois. He is now in the U.S. taking classes and trainingat Sunrise. 220. But Illinois needed more talent for the 2023 class. After bringing in three new assistant coaches and four transfers in the offseason, it wouldve been unreasonable to expect Green to not be busy on her first National Signing Day with Illinois. On Monday, Freeman decided to end his recruitment and commit to Iowa. 2023 Top Recruits; 2023 Top Classes; NBA Draft; . See All. #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 3 center in the country and the No. Were just pretty small across the board, in terms of our guards, so that was something that was really critical to us.. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. Baudo comes from the same high school, Marist, as 2023 signee Carnell Tate before he transferred to IMG in Florida. Illinois basketball took a hit in recruiting with 2024 point guard ZZ Clark deciding to reopen his recruitment. 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. I fully expected him to build out a solid class of 2023, and he is doing so. Illinois Fighting Illini news fromFanSided Daily, Illinois Basketball: Illini fall flat in road loss to Ohio State, Illinois Football: Devon Witherspoon a top 5 prospect in 2023 NFL Draft, Illinois Football: 30 Greatest Players of All-Time, Illinois Basketball: ESPN undervaluing Illini recruiting class for 2023, Illinois Basketball: 2024 target takes an Illini unofficial visit, Illinois Basketball: Top 5 Illini targets for 2024 after losing ZZ Clark, Illinois Basketball: Recruiting still strong despite Illini losing ZZ Clark. Evans has the basketball IQ to find the open man. Prep Hoops is your #1 source for Illinois High School Boys Basketball. Story: https://t.co/yS05lh53xw pic.twitter.com/W8akEYlFvb, Joe Tipton (@TiptonEdits) September 30, 2022. 6-6 / 7 nationally, according to . But, hopefully, I am wrong and this kid is ready to go from day one. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. In-state big man Owen Freeman was someone to keep an eye on for the Illini in 2023. 72 by 247Sports Composite, No. 228, SF / He is rated as a four-star recruit and ranked as the No. In an article by Derek Piper of 247Sports, Taylor said Illinois was his top option right now. Darrion Baker Hillcrest (Country Club Hills, IL) On Monday, the Illinois basketball program had a hiccup in recruiting, which is something that we are not used to seeing. 0.8781. 6-8 / 220 32 8. 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. By Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting. 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster - University of Illinois Athletics Save the Date: Football Season Ticket Renewals Begin February 22! Cori obviously can play one through three, Gretchen is a wing that can really shoot the ball and stretch the floor. Silver Spring, Md. The forward is the first member of Illinois 2023 college basketball recruiting class for head coach Brad Underwood. 2023 University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics, Illini Rally for Win Over No. Amani is high IQ andskilled, and when you put that together with his energy, his talking, his work ethic, and his understanding of the game, he is going to continue to blossom at multiple positions on our front line. 1 player in state of Maryland Ranked No. There are already strong connections with Taylor via the AAU circuit and the Chicago area recruiting. Could the Illinois basketball team be one step closer to landing their first commitment for 2023? I cant wait to see who is next. This prediction was by the publisher of the Maryland 247Sports site, Jeff Ermann. No. 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. By Conor Blount, Staff Writer November 10, 2022. Illinois basketball dipped into the Michigan recruiting scene for the class of 2022, and they are eyeing another big Michigan target for 2025. The timing of the commitment came as a bit of a surprise as he still has two seasons of high school basketball to complete. Zach isthe consummate 5-out post man in today's game with his ability to handle the ball and shootit. Head coach: Brad Underwood. PF. His touch is impressive, and his timing around the hoop is solid. 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. There was another prediction submitted for Hansberry back in March in favor of Penn State. Here's a look at the Illini's full 2023 recruiting board: Professional Matt Bewley; 6-9, 205, PF; West Oaks Academy (Fla.) Overtime Elite Ryan Bewley; 6-9, 205, PF; West Oaks Academy (Fla.) . The Illini class of 2023 has been an enigma. Ranking by State. More. We only had four players return from last seasons team, and I think that could be a pattern moving forward. This was a good addition to the Illini roster and one that should pay dividends down the road. 192, C / 6-11 / Illinois 2024 Prospects. PF: Antibes, France, EUR Sunrise Christian Academy: Illinois Signed. 220, CG / 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. Illinois Football: 30 Greatest Players of All-Time. But there is one position that is missing: the No. Every year the program sends multiple players . 1 Guard Starter: Sencire Harris (4-star) We are only on the first player, and I know some people are. Feb 2, 2022; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood at State Farm Center. 23 in the nation, and there are important pieces entering the program who will fill some big voids. Look for Moretti to be worked into the second rotation and for him to really start getting the feel of the game down. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onIllinois Fighting Illini and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. We needed some size, Green said. He was dominant; played so hard. Position Rankings. It is quite impressive how many talented recruits are coming out of the 2023 class. Coach Alexander deserves credit for his efforts onthis recruitment. There is a lot at stake with the Taylor recruitment. AMANI HANSBERRY 195, SF / We're excited to add his skill level at that position in our system. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Geoff went over and watched the U18 Euros in Turkey, and Zachwas spectacular. 185, SG / 6-9 / Draloves to playand is a driven young man who will fit well on our perimeter. 8 player coming out of Florida. - @CoachUnderwood on @igb_Amani #Illini | #HTTO | #EveryDayGuys pic.twitter.com/oqOjVstucR, DRAVYN GIBBS-LAWHORN 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Harris is a special player. He was a great first piece to the puzzle, as Hansberry is a four-star recruit who is the No. He is the lead recruiter in the Hansberry sweepstakes. - @CoachUnderwood on @Perr1Zach #Illini | #HTTO | #EveryDayGuys pic.twitter.com/Pm6cRQvRbf. Illinois earned a No. The star forward was down to visit Illinois this past weekend. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images). Commits; Considering; On The Trail; Committed recruits are not . 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. 4 player coming out of Washington D.C. For much of the past A big 2025 recruit is visiting the Illini this weekend. 213, PG / Harris is a big-time difference-maker for the Illini. Auburn, Miami, Penn State and Virginia Tech, according to 247Sports Composites rankings. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. The top target for the Illini right now is in-state product, JJ Taylor. Illinois frontcourt could see turnover after the 2022-23 campaign. Dra's a good athlete, can shoot it, takes great pride defensively, and he's very good in ball screens. 6-6 / If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. 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