Sept. 11, 2014

Fighting Illini senior guard Tracy Abrams (Chicago, Ill./Mount Carmel H.S.) suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee during preseason skill workouts. His surgery has yet to be scheduled. Abrams will redshirt the upcoming season and return to action for his final year of eligibility in 2015-16.

"Tracy worked hard in the offseason to put himself in great position heading into his senior year, so he's obviously disappointed and we are for him as well," Head Coach John Groce said. "But Tracy personifies toughness; he has the heart of a champion and I know that he will only come back stronger from this experience when he returns to the court next year. In the meantime, he will continue to play a vital role for our program with his leadership."