ST. CATHERINE’S, Ontario — Illinois’ attempt to establish a recruiting base in Canada during John Groce’s tenure has yet to yield a commitment. Those recruiting misses, however, haven't stopped the Illini's pursuit.
Illinois offered its fourth Canadian in the Class of 2017 on Wednesday, targeting three-star small forward Abu Kigab. The Illini have also offered shooting guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker and forwards Christian David and Jérôme Desrosiers.
Kigab is also the third 2017 prospect to receive an Illinois offer in the past four days. Power forward Nathan Reuvers (Lakeville, Minn.) was offered Sunday night, and combo forward RaiQuan Gray (Fort Lauderdale, Fla.