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Illinois Basketball: AJ Casey continues to be top priority for Illini

Mar 12, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; A fan of the Illinois Fighting Illini waves a flag in support as they celebrate defeating the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

While Illinois basketball is eyeing various recruits for 2022, there is one player who has stood out from the rest of the pack.

Keeping in-state players home is a huge priority for Brad Underwood and his Illini teams. He has done a solid job getting top talent from the state of Illinois to come to Champaign, but can he continue that streak for 2022?