Illinois Basketball Team Recruits Top Big Man via Transfer Portal
Illinois basketball is seeking frontcourt help from the transfer portal amid recent program changes, with former Illini assistant coach Orlando Antigua returning as the associate head coach. Ugonna Onyenso, a highly recruited center who recently entered the portal after a brief stint at Kentucky, is a potential target for Illinois due to his paint prowess and the connection with Antigua.
By the Numbers- Ugonna Onyenso was the No. 36 player in the class of 2022 and the No. 9 center in the country.
- Onyenso averaged 3.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.8 blocks per game in the past season.
- Illinois is facing frontcourt shortages after recent departures and needs more paint help.
- Former Illini assistant coach Orlando Antigua has returned as the associate head coach and is expected to have a swift impact on recruiting talent for Illinois.
Illinois basketball is looking to address frontcourt shortages, and Ugonna Onyenso, with his impressive stats and potential, could be a valuable addition to the team as they seek to dominate the paint.
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