Feb 16, 2021; Champaign, Illinois, USA; The national anthem is played before a game between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Northwestern Wildcats at the State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports
Illinois basketball is smack dab in the middle of recruiting a class of 2022 that will be the foundation for the program for years to come.
So far, only Reggie Bass has committed to the program. He checks in as a three-star and the No. 220 player in the class. But more players are sure to funnel in, as the Illini are starting to be looked at as a legit contender in the college basketball world once again.