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Andrej Stojakovic Commits to Illinois for Next Season
18 Apr
Summary
- Andrej Stojakovic announced his return to Illinois for 2026-27.
- He averaged 13.5 points and 4.5 rebounds in 34 games this season.
- This is Stojakovic's first season back with the Fighting Illini.

Illinois guard Andrej Stojakovic confirmed his return to the Fighting Illini for the 2026-27 season on Friday, April 17. Stojakovic shared the news via Instagram, signaling a crucial boost for the team that reached the Final Four in the recently concluded season.
Illinois finished the 2025-26 season with a 28-9 record and is expected to be ranked highly in the upcoming preseason polls. Stojakovic, a 6-foot-7 player, contributed significantly with averages of 13.5 points and 4.5 rebounds across 34 games, even while managing an ankle injury. This return follows previous seasons with Stanford and Cal, where he played before transferring back to Illinois.