Brad Underwood faces lineup challenges with deep Illinois roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood navigates a complex lineup as multiple new arrivals join a solid returning core. Key additions include five-star freshman Quentin Coleman and Providence transfer Stefan Vaaks, both expected to claim significant minutes. Established players like David Mirkovic and Andrej Stojakovic are also projected to secure starting roles. The challenge lies in balancing court time among promising freshmen and veterans while maintaining team chemistry as the season approaches.
- •Quentin Coleman expected to fill starting point guard role.
- •David Mirkovic has a secure position in the starting lineup.
- •Andrej Stojakovic's health may influence starting decisions.
- •Underwood needs to balance minutes for veterans and new players.
- •Promising freshmen like Lincoln Williams and Lucas Morillo vie for playing time.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — How will Brad Underwood balance minutes for a loaded Illinois roster?
"Underwood has a good problem on his hands.
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