Over the last two years, the Illinois basketball team has struggled because they were dealing with some major injuries. This really hurt their record and chances of making the postseason.
One player that was dealing with injuries was starting point guard Tracy Abrams. He is looking to make a comeback this season after missing two straight years.
Mark Tupper has more on Abrams attitude heading into the season.
Bloomington Pantagraph: Illini’s Abrams upbeat after two years of injuries
The last year has been rough for the Illinois women’s basketball team. Their coaching staff was hit with allegations of mistreatment and this caused an investigation.