Illinois' Destiny Jackson shows promise in 2026-27 player profile
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:48 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
College SportsDestiny Jackson is highlighted in the latest player profile for the Illinois women's basketball team. A sophomore guard standing at 5-foot-6, Jackson had a significant freshman season. She averaged 9.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game, contributing to a 22-win campaign, including key performances in the NCAA tournament. Jackson's development as a playmaker was evident, especially as she led the Illini freshmen with 176 assists. Looking ahead, her consistency on offense will be crucial for the upcoming season under coach Shauna Green.
- •Jackson averaged 9.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 5.2 assists last season.
- •She was a key contributor in Illinois' NCAA tournament appearance.
- •Jackson's playmaking skills will be crucial for her development.
- •Illinois retains nearly its entire core from last season's roster.
- 5:48 PMYahoo Sports — Green Street 2026-27 player profiles -- Destiny Jackson
"Jun. 17—The 2026-27 roster is all but set for Shauna Green's Illinois women's basketball program. So, over the next few weeks, we'll take a closer look at each of the 14 players on Green's fifth Illini team. ➜ 2 ➜ G ➜ Soph. ➜ 5-foot-6 ➜ Chicago ➜ Jackson arrived in Champaign with all of the hype in the world as a five-star recruit from storied girls' basketball program, Whitney Young. And ...
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