Illinois point guard Mihailo Petrovic has officially been cleared for the 2025-26 college basketball season by the NCAA, according to a team spokesperson.
Petrovic has been classified as a sophomore, meaning he has three years of eligibility remaining. Petrovic is 22 years old.
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The Serbian point guard averaged 14.2 points, 7.3 assists, and 2.8 rebounds per game in his most recent season with KK Mega Basket in the ABA. Petrovic has also represented Serbia in FIBA competition several times over the past six years.
Petrovic has battled injuries in recent weeks, but participated in Illinois’ secret scrimmage against Florida just a few days ago. Illinois opens their regular season campaign on Monday, November 3rd against Jackson State.
