Illinois basketball is getting back one of the most unique big men in the college game.
The last few seasons for the Illini have been quite the ride. We have won a lot of games during this time, and one of the reasons for the success was Coleman Hawkins.
After three years with the program, Hawkins decided to enter the 2023 NBA Draft on March 28. He wanted to still keep his eligibility, though. This gave Illini fans some hope that he would return to Champaign for one more go at a national title.