CHAMPAIGN — Four-star forward E.J. Liddell will announce his commitment at 6 p.m. today, choosing between Illinois, Missouri and Ohio State. Illinois is still waiting on its first commitment in the 2019 class. Landing the reigning News-Gazette All-State Player of the Year and Illinois Mr. Basketball would be a boon for Brad Underwood's Illini.
Ultimately, Liddell's decision will direct the next step on the recruiting trail for Underwood and Co. Secure a commitment from the versatile top 50 player, and the Illini can narrow its focus a little further in rounding out its class. Depth on the wing and another big man are key.