Illinois forward David Mirković has left foot surgery after injury
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 12:56 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Illinois forward David Mirković underwent surgery on his left foot following an injury sustained during a team workout. The procedure took place in Indianapolis, and while a recovery timeline was not provided, Illinois indicated that Mirković is expected to fully recover. Mirković, a key player from Illinois' Final Four team, averaged 13.3 points and eight rebounds last season. His injury is a setback for the Illini, who are preparing for a challenging nonconference schedule, including games against Texas Tech and Duke. The college basketball season begins in early November.
- •Mirković injured his foot during a workout last Friday.
- •He is a 6-foot-8 sophomore from Montenegro.
- •Mirković averaged 13.3 points and eight rebounds last season.
- •Illinois' nonconference schedule features top teams such as UConn and North Carolina.
- •The college basketball season opens in early November.
- 12:56 AMYahoo Sports — David Mirkovic injury update: Illinois star undergoes foot surgery, return undetermined
- 11:58 PMYahoo Sports — Illinois forward David Mirković undergoes left foot surgery
"Illinois forward David Mirković underwent left foot surgery Tuesday after suffering an injury in a team workout, the Illini announced. Illinois did not provide a timeline for Mirković’s return but said in a release that the 6-foot-8 sophomore from Montenegro is “expected to make a full recovery.” Mirković injured himself Friday in Champaign and had the surgery in Indianapolis. Mirković is a ...
"Illinois star David Mirkovic underwent surgery after suffering a foot injury in practice on July 31, the program announced Aug. 4.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 12:56 AMDavid Mirkovic injury update: Illinois star undergoes foot surgery, return undetermined
Illinois star David Mirkovic underwent surgery after suffering a foot injury in practice on July 31, the program announced Aug. 4.
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 11:58 PMIllinois forward David Mirković undergoes left foot surgery
Illinois forward David Mirković underwent left foot surgery Tuesday after suffering an injury in a team workout, the Illini announced. Illinois did not provide a timeline for Mirković’s return but said in a release that the 6-foot-8 sophomore from Montenegro is “expected to make a full recovery.” Mirković injured himself Friday in Champaign and had the surgery in Indianapolis. Mirković is a ...
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