Zvonimir Ivisic Joins Brother at Illinois

Illinois basketball has bolstered its roster with the addition of Zvonimir Ivisic, a 7-foot-2 transfer from Arkansas, who joins his twin brother Tomislav at Illinois. The move strengthens Illinois' frontcourt, creating a 'twin towers' dynamic under head coach Brad Underwood. Zvonimir averaged 8.5 points and 4.3 rebounds per game last season, while Tomislav, who has decided to return for another season, averaged 13 points and 7.7 rebounds. Underwood's successful recruitment, aided by associate head coach Orlando Antigua, highlights the strategic use of the transfer portal in college basketball. The Ivisic twins are expected to play a significant role in maintaining Illinois' competitive edge in the Big Ten. This recruitment comes as Illinois prepares to fill the gap left by departing players such as Morez Johnson Jr., who transferred to Michigan.