Episode Details

Coming off yet another disappointing recruiting loss, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss why Illinois basketball has struggled to land priority targets in the Class of 2021. The guys discuss whether the pandemic negatively impacted the Illini's ability to capitalize on a breakthrough 2019-20 season, whether its improved roster has actually hurt them and if Brad Underwood and his staff need to change their approach.

Extra reading

• Where does Illinois now turn on the recruiting trail?
• 'Very active' Illini aim for another late boost in recruiting

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