The daily pitch from Sports Editor : June 24, 2026

Jun. 24—➜ . It's not every year — or even every decade — a Champaign native has the chance to hear his name called at the NBA draft. But the 21-year-old former Illini guard could on Wednesday night. ➜ . A defensive-minded guard who can take control of games if needed, Boswell can also play a complementary role to his new teammates. ➜ . No matter where Boswell's professional basketball journey ...