Andrej Stojakovic Chooses Illinois for Transfer

Andrej Stojakovic, the highly touted 6-foot-7 wing and son of former NBA star Peja Stojakovic, has announced his transfer to Illinois for the upcoming college basketball season after standout stints at Stanford and Cal. He chose the Illini over North Carolina and a potential return to Stanford, citing Illinois' aggressive recruitment and belief in his ability to be the missing piece for a national championship run. Stojakovic averaged 17.9 points and 4.7 rebounds at Cal, finishing the season with several impressive performances, including a career-high 37 points in the ACC Tournament. At Illinois, he joins a roster that has recently focused on international talent and is looking to remain competitive in the powerful Big Ten conference. His decision reflects both his desire to compete at the highest level and to position himself for a potential NBA future. The move is seen as a significant boost for Illinois, which finished last season with a strong record and aims to contend nationally.