Illinois Basketball Player Preview: Luke Goode

Photo by Illinois AthleticsThe current status of Luke Goode (Good-EEE) is a puzzling one. On one hand, he seems to be the least hyped of the 2021 class. On the other, there is growing evidence from staff comments and practice performances that he could be the first freshman to contribute come November.

Goode’s backseat ticket on the Fighting Illini hype train is at least understandable. The 2021 class gave Illinois fans a wealth of potential to dream on. Illinois added four four-star recruits in 2021, including Florida transfer Omar Payne. Brad Underwood also brought in a fifth, unranked player. Fortunately, Alfonso Plummer happens to be a prolific three-point shooter with over 50 games of…