Illinois basketball prepares for 2026-27 season with key roster updates
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 3:41 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Illinois basketball is gearing up for the 2026-27 season after reaching the Final Four last year. The Illini retained five key rotation players and added a six-man freshman class, entering the season with high expectations. Key players like David Mirkovic are recovering from injuries but are expected to contribute. Coach Brad Underwood's lineup predictions include standout guard Stefan Vaaks, along with freshmen Quentin Coleman and Andrej Stojakovic, poised for significant roles.
- •Illinois reached the Final Four in 2026
- •Brad Underwood retains five key players from last season
- •Stefan Vaaks expected to play major role
- •David Mirkovic recovering from mid-summer surgery
- •Freshman Quentin Coleman could make an immediate impact
- 3:41 PMCBS Sports — Illinois basketball roster breakdown: Starting lineup prediction, bench rotation, 2026-27 outlook
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