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Illini Guard Petrovic Enters Transfer Portal
Serbian point guard leaves program after one season in Champaign.
Apr. 11, 2026 at 5:55pm
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Petrovic's departure raises uncertainty about the future of the Illini roster after their Final Four run.Champaign TodayIllinois point guard Mihailo Petrovic will enter the transfer portal, according to reports. The 23-year-old Serbian played sparingly in his first year with the Illini, averaging just 5.7 minutes per game in 19 contests. Petrovic had success overseas before coming to Illinois, winning MVP of the Adriatic League in 2025.
Why it matters
Petrovic's departure is the first from Illinois' 2025-26 roster that reached the Final Four. His decision to enter the transfer portal raises questions about the future of the Illini program and whether other players may follow suit.
The details
Petrovic is set to leave the Illini program after just one season in Champaign. The Serbian point guard played a limited role, averaging 5.7 minutes per game in 19 appearances. Prior to joining Illinois, Petrovic had success overseas, winning MVP of the Adriatic League in 2025.
- Petrovic will enter the transfer portal in April 2026.
The players
Mihailo Petrovic
A 23-year-old Serbian point guard who played sparingly in his first season with the Illinois Illini, averaging 5.7 minutes per game.
What they’re saying
“Petrovic is set to depart the Illini program after just one season in Champaign.”
— Jonathan Givony, DraftExpress reporter
What’s next
No other players from Illinois' Final Four team have announced plans to enter the transfer portal or declare for the NBA Draft.
The takeaway
Petrovic's decision to transfer raises questions about the future of the Illinois program and whether other key players from their Final Four run may also leave the team.
