Wednesday, December 26, 2007

Could Jamar Smith return for Big 10 Season?

There is a theory that Jamar Smith may be cleared to rejoin the Illini basketball team for the Big 10 season starting in January or February. Basically, Jamar was given a 1 year suspension, and while the plan was to redshirt him for the season, he has served his time, and the Illini need help at shooting guard. Also, they don't need as much shooting help in 2009 due to the incoming group of freshmen and Alex Legion.

Given the Illini shooting and scoring woes this season, I think this could make sense for the team. And if Jamar has sat out the appointed timeframe, why not? This kind of move would be controversial, but could help the Illini make the NCAAs this year.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

It is a possibility!

We all need to wait and see.

Scott

Ron said...

I think it makes sense, let's see if anything is announced in January.