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David Mirkovic - Draws praise for playmaking role Mirkovic (foot) was cited Wednesday by Jeremy Werner of 247Sports.com as an example of Illinois being able to run its offense through non-point guards.

Impact This reinforces Mirkovic's potential on-ball involvement for Illinois when available. His playmaking value could remain notable even without a traditional point guard-heavy setup. Marcus Domask is seen as another player who could run Illinois' offense despite not being a traditional point guard.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Tomislav Ivisic - Arrives in Champaign Ivisic has arrived in Champaign after previously being delayed by a visa issue, Scott Richey of The Champaign News-Gazette reports.

Impact Ivisic's visa issue has been resolved as he has returned to Illinois. The 7-foot-1 big man is back and should return to practice, ready to build on last season after averaging 10.4 points and 5.6 rebounds per game across 34 contests. His arrival is a positive sign for his preseason availability as the Fighting Illini continue to get ready for the 2026-27 season.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Tomislav Ivisic - Dealing with visa issue Ivisic is still in Croatia dealing with a visa issue that currently prevents him from returning to the United States, per Scott Richey of The Champaign News-Gazette.

Impact Ivisic is dealing with an issue that is currently preventing him from returning to the country, though it's reportedly not considered to be a cause for concern for the moment. The 7-foot-1 big man is coming off a season in which he scored 10.4 points and 5.6 rebounds per game across 34 contests for the Fighting Illini. His status will certainly be worth keeping an eye on as the start of the 2026-27 season draws closer.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

David Mirkovic - Recovering from foot surgery Mirkovic (foot) is progressing in his rehab and recovery after early August foot surgery, Scott Richey of IlliniHQ reports.

Impact Mirkovic needed surgery after injuring his foot during a workout in Champaign on Jul. 31. The recent news only reaffirms that the Illinois forward is on track for the start of the 2026-27 season. He averaged 13.3 points, 8.0 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game while shooting 37.5 percent from three-point range as a freshman.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Brad Underwood's official visit hot streak continues with 5-star SF Moussa Kamissoko Brad Underwood is going to be busy in the months leading up to the 2026-2027 college basketball season, and not just because practices are s...

AUGUST 21 • WRITINGILLINI.COM

Brad Underwood locks in another 5-star official visit with Navarro Bowman Jr. Official visits are crucial for a recruit deciding where they want to spend their college career. Whether it is just one year or multiple ye...

AUGUST 18 • WRITINGILLINI.COM

Breaking Down David Mirkovic's Best-Case Recovery Timeline Early reports have indicated a quick road to recovery for Mirkovic, so how might he and the Illini be affected by a short absence?

AUGUST 5 • SI.COM

David Mirkovic - Undergoes left foot surgery Mirkovic underwent successful left foot surgery Tuesday after sustaining an injury during a workout in Champaign on July 31.

Impact Mirkovic is expected to make a full recovery and should be ready for the start of the 2026-27 season in early November. The forward should play a key role for Illinois this upcoming season after averaging 13.3 points, 8.0 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game while shooting 37.5 percent from three-point range as a freshman. If he's not able to open the season in his regular starting role, look for Zvonimir Ivisic and potentially Jake Davis to see more minutes.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Big Ten Power Forward 2026-27 Power Rankings: Does David Mirkovic Stand Alone? Mirkovic enters 2026-27 as one of the best players in college basketball, but is there anyone who can challenge him as the Big Ten's top pow...

JULY 30 • SI.COM

Big Ten Small Forward Power Rankings: Andrej Stojakovic or Pryce Sandfort at No. 1? The Big Ten has a deep position group at small forward, with a combination of elite freshmen and proven returners

JULY 28 • SI.COM

Keaton Wagler and Will Riley Explode, Other Former Illini Shine in NBA Summer League Keaton Wagler hushed any (far too early) critiques on Sunday night, Will Riley dominated, and other Illini starred in their roles

JULY 13 • SI.COM

Former Illini NBA Summer League Roundup: Keaton Wagler, Kylan Boswell and More Both Keaton Wagler and Kylan Boswell struggled mightily in their respective debuts, while a more seasoned former Illini showed out

JULY 10 • SI.COM

Keaton Wagler's NBA Summer League debut marred by seismic trade news Thursday was supposed to be calm and fun for the future of the Los Angeles Clippers, as Keaton Wagler is making his NBA Summer League debut....

JULY 10 • WRITINGILLINI.COM

Former Illini Update: Mihailo Petrovic Finds New Home, Ben Humrichous Showing Out Mihailo Petrovic found a transfer destination in the Big East, while Ben Humrichous and Kasparas Jakucionis recently went off

JULY 7 • SI.COM

Why Stefan Vaaks is Illinois's most important team transfer for 2026-27 The vibes are pretty sky high in Champaign with the Fighting Illini fresh off the program’s first trip to the Final Four in 21 years. Brad U...

JULY 6 • BUSTINGBRACKETS.COM

Brad Underwood Offers Take on David Mirkovic Passing on National Team Underwood offered his opinion on why Mirkovic stayed in Champaign instead of playing for his national team and gave insight on Mirkovic's of...

JULY 3 • SI.COM

Big Ten Basketball Head Coach Rankings: Is Brad Underwood Top Three? Was a Final Four appearance enough to push Brad Underwood into the elite tier of Big Ten head coaches – and who is No. 1?

JUNE 28 • SI.COM

Keaton Wagler has a hero's welcome as his Los Angeles Clippers career begins The future was in the building at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, as the Clippers' newest draft pick Keaton Wagler touched down in the City...

JUNE 26 • WRITINGILLINI.COM

Former Illini Roundup: Ayo Dosunmu, Kasparas Jakucionis and Ty Rodgers Updates Dosunmu's postseason performance pays off, Jakucionis is on the move and Ty Rodgers suffers a setback

JUNE 23 • SI.COM

Where Keaton Wagler, Other Illini Landed in ESPN's Latest 2026 NBA Draft Projections The 2026 NBA Draft takes place Tuesday and Wednesday, when at least one Illini is expected to be plucked off the board

JUNE 22 • SI.COM

Illinois HC Brad Underwood responds to criticism about not liking a question

JUNE 9 • FOX SPORTS

'They took the belt off and beat our behind' 😳

JUNE 9 • FOX SPORTS

Making it look too easy out there 😮‍💨

JUNE 9 • FOX SPORTS

Brad Underwood reflects on the end of the season and what this Illinois group meant to him

JUNE 9 • FOX SPORTS

College Basketball Rankings: St. John's Storms Into Top 10, Kentucky Enters Top 25

With the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline in the rearview mirror, FOX Sports' Casey Jacobsen shares his updated men's college basketball rankin...

JUNE 5 • FOX SPORTS

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Illinois HC Brad Underwood responds to criticism about not liking a question

'They took the belt off and beat our behind' 😳

Making it look too easy out there 😮‍💨

Brad Underwood reflects on the end of the season and what this Illinois group meant to him

College Basketball Rankings: St. John's Storms Into Top 10, Kentucky Enters Top 25