Texas Tech's Jamichael Stillwell Is Now Eligible: Why It Matters for Illinois

Illinois enters its Tuesday night matchup with Texas Tech (Peacock/NBCSN, 7 p.m. CT) with a handful of clear edges – even on the road. But one of those advantages – rebounding – may not be as stark as it was expected to be.

Red Raiders coach Grant McCasland informed NBC Sports’ John Fanta that UCF transfer Jamichael Stillwell, who was just declared eligible a few days ago, will suit up vs. Illinois on Tuesday. Here’s why it’s so important:

Why Texas Tech forward Jamichael Stillwell’s debut matters for Illinois

Texas Tech can score. It has a plethora of guards – including former Illini Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn – who can get buckets at a very high level. But the Red Raiders’ two primary concerns…