He is one of the most popular players in recent Illinois basketball history. Lucas Johnson won over fans with his hustle and determination. Staff writer Bob Asmussen caught up with the 35-year-old earlier in the week before Johnson talked to the Illini Rebounders on Friday:
Same opening question for everybody: Do you want to be the Illinois AD?
I don’t think I’d want that responsibility of righting the ship. It seems like a big task.
It has not been a great year PR-wise for your alma mater. Your thoughts?
I think programs go through cycles.