Illinois Basketball Offseason: Top Ranking, Mirkovic Recovery and Recruiting

ESPN ranks Illinois men’s basketball No. 3. David Mirkovic is recovering from foot surgery on a projected 6–8 week timeline and has resumed team activity in a boot; the Dec. 4 UConn game, Bentley Lusakueno’s Sept. 19 visit, and NaVorro Bowman Jr.’s expected visit remain key offseason hooks, with no major commitment yet.