Andrej Stojakovic returning to Illini for senior season
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Key Points:
- Illinois wing Andrej Stojakovic announced he will return for his senior season, marking the fifth of the Illini's top eight scorers from last season's Final Four team to stay.
- Stojakovic averaged 13.5 points and 4.5 rebounds last season, improving his offensive efficiency significantly despite a drop in three-point shooting percentage.
- Head coach Brad Underwood praised Stojakovic's development and impact, noting his quick adaptation and contributions on both ends of the court despite missing seven weeks.
- Illinois has maintained exceptional player retention, with five returning players accounting for over half of the team's minutes, points, and rebounds last season, positioning them as a potential top-5 team entering the next season.
- Alongside returning talent, Illinois has added promising newcomers, including four-star transfer Stefan Vaaks and top-35 freshman Quentin Coleman, strengthening their roster further.
