Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with lead basketball reporter Derek Piper about the start of Illini basketball practice and the lead-up to a highly-anticipated, unprecedented 2020-21 season. The guys break down Brad Underwood's hour-long Zoom call with media, including the latest on injuries, the schedule, dealing with COVID-19 restrictions, the starting lineup, freshmen impacts and dealing with expectations.
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Piper: Freshmen will make huge mark on Illini reaching potential

Illini MBB still working to finalize schedule: 'It's maddening'

Three Illini sit out first day of practice due to injuries

Five storylines heading into start of Illini basketball practice



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