WATCH: Illini Hall of Fame MBB Induction Speeches - University of Illinois Athletics

Eddie Johnson Hall of Fame induction 2019

WATCH: Illini Hall of Fame MBB Induction Speeches

September 27, 2019 | Men's Basketball, Hall of Fame

2019 Hall of Fame Induction | Photos | Hall of Fame Website

CHAMPAIGN, IL – The University of Illinois celebrated its incredible athletics legacy by inducting its third class to the Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame on Sept. 20 at State Farm Center.

Some of the greatest names in Fighting Illini history comprise the 16-person Class of 2019, including three Illinois men's basketball greats – Don Freeman, Eddie Johnson and Deon Thomas.

Check out the induction speeches from a memorable night at State Farm Center.

DON FREEMAN (1964-66)

EDDIE JOHNSON (1978-81)

DEON THOMAS (1991-94)

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