04/22/26 Hour 1: Kyle Tausk from Illini Inquirer talks Illini basketball roster for 2026-2027, who could be a breakout star, and more; Illini Headlines, Tuesday Draft Recap, and Your texts
About this episode
Kyle Tausk discusses the Illinois basketball roster for the upcoming season and potential breakout stars.
Kyle Tausk from Illini Inquirer joins the show to break down Illinois’ 2026–27 roster, including potential breakout candidates and key pieces to watch. We also hit the latest Illini headlines and recap Tuesday Draft with listener reactions. The hour wraps with your texts, featuring fan takes and questions on Illinois basketball. Follow The Drive on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
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