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Illini Recruiting Surge in 2027 | Illinois Fighting Illini Basketball News
Illinois basketball is already laying the groundwork for a dominant future, locking in two top recruits—Quinton Kitt and Mason Martin—for the 2027 class, both seeing massive ranking jumps. Kitt surged from 96 to 85, Martin climbed from 126 to 118, signaling a rising tide of elite talent. The staff’s pursuit continues, with targets like Moussa Kamissoko (now 19) and Darius Wabbington (now 12) also climbing, while King Gibson remains a strong contender despite a slight drop. With multiple players now ranked in the top 20 nationally, Coach Underwood’s recruiting engine is firing on all…
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