Don't be surprised if more 2021 prospects land Illinois offers this month. The Illini have already targeted six of them. Our beat writer breaks them down and then spotlights four more he thinks fits what Brad Underwood wants:
1. Patrick Baldwin Jr., Sussex Hamilton (Wis.)
The early favorite for the No. 1 player in the 2021 class could be Baldwin. The 6-8 wing and former Illinois native had a breakout freshman season, putting up 16 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game for the Chargers.
2. Jaden Hardy, Coronado (Nev.