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Watch now: Illinois State basketball team gains 'big' commitment from Chase Walker of Ohio

Chase Walker, left, of St. Charles Preparatory School in Columbus, Ohio, prepares to block out on a free throw attempt during a game last season. Walker announced Saturday he will sign with Illinois State in November.

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NORMAL — When asked if he often gets mistaken for a football player, Chase Walker just laughed.

"I did (play football) when I was little, but I don't really like football," said the 6-foot-9, 330-pound Walker.

Basketball is Walker's game and Illinois State will be his future home. The rising senior from St.