Illinois players predicted for 2027 All-Big Ten honors amid recovery and new talent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 2:25 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

The University of Illinois basketball team is positioning itself for 2027 All-Big Ten accolades with key players returning and new talent joining. Sophomore David Mirkovic, a previous Big Ten All-Freshman honoree, is recovering from foot surgery but is expected to compete for Player of the Year. Freshman Quentin Coleman aims for a notable impact, having recently played on the USA U-18 national team. Senior guard Andrej Stojakovic, making a return after injuries sidelined him last season, is anticipated to earn All-Big Ten recognition. The Illini have historically garnered three All-Big Ten honorees each year since 2023-2024.
- •Mirkovic averages 13.3 points and 8.0 rebounds last season.
- •Coleman played for USA U-18 national team, averaging 11.2 points and 11.4 rebounds.
- •Stojakovic averaged 13.8 points during last NCAA Tournament.
- •Mirkovic has a chance to be a Player of the Year candidate.
- •Illinois has had three All-Big Ten honorees annually since 2023-2024.
- 2:25 PMYahoo Sports — Predicting Illinois’ 2027 All-Big Ten Honorees
"The Illini who could earn some postseason honors.
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