The Illini added Will Riley and several other talented newcomers, so Ty Rodgers is trying to improve as a shooter to stay in rotation
This offseason, Illinois Fighting Illini coach Brad Underwood had a new shooting machine installed in the training facility.
The most frequent user of it may come as a surprise. Then again, maybe not because forward Ty Rodgers has all the reason to improve as a shooter."He's been relentless," Underwood said. "... We've made a slight technique change in him. To his credit, he's worked on it." Last year Rodgers averaged 6.2 points and 5.3 rebounds. He started all 38 games but faces a challenge to remain in that role. The Illini brought in several newcomers, including freshman Will Riley and Evansville transfer Ben Humrichous. They are among those expected to compete for rotation minutes, perhaps even for spots in the starting lineup.
So it makes sense for Rodgers, who shot 52 percent last year, to do everything possible to improve. Underwood warns this is just a process. Nothing is expected to happen overnight. The Illini are still counting on Rodgers being their leader in the intangibles department, such as offensive rebounds, charges taken and chasing loose balls."He's getting more comfortable," Underwood said. "Am I saying he's going to be Steph Curry? He's not.
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