We are done with non-conference play and two games into what should be a raucous Big Ten season. Conference play resumes tonight, so let’s recalibrate the rankings as we jump into 2019:
14. Illinois (4-9)
It’s already been a long season for the Illini, who Indiana will host tomorrow night. They went 0-for-3 in Maui, and lost in overtime to FAU over the weekend. Trent Frazier provides some moments of inspiration for this team, but mostly, this is gearing up to be another lost season in Champaign.
Which begs the question: would the Illini cut ties with Brad Underwood after just 2 years and pursue Fred Hoiberg?