David Mirkovic sidelined again in exhibition against Baylor
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 11:38 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
David Mirkovic has faced another setback in his recovery from a foot injury. During Illinois' exhibition match against Baylor on October 23, 2026, Mirkovic was seen wearing a boot and using a scooter during warmups. The star sophomore forward had previously been expected to return soon after spending nearly a month without the boot. Head coach Brad Underwood emphasized the importance of patience in Mirkovic's recovery process. This exhibition allows Underwood to test various lineups while Mirkovic remains out.
- •Mirkovic injured his foot this summer and was seen back in a boot.
- •Illinois played Baylor on October 23, 2026, for their exhibition season opener.
- •He did not participate in the previous exhibition against Cincinnati.
- •Head coach Brad Underwood is focusing on player development during Mirkovic's absence.
- 11:38 PMYahoo Sports — David Mirkovic on sideline back in boot during Illinois’ exhibition vs. Baylor
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