To anyone who’s paid even a modicum of attention to Illinois Fighting Illini men’s basketball this offseason, it shouldn’t come as a surprise to know that questions swirl around the point guard position.
Brad Underwood has expressed his full confidence in Ty Rodgers’ ability to hold down the position, but this will be Rodgers’ first year as the primary facilitator of a collegiate offense.
Is it realistic to expect that Rodgers can seamlessly slide into the lead guard role?
It’s certainly possible, but experience makes a huge difference when it comes to point guards.