Ayo thanks for choosing Illinois. Unlike other athletes who chooses Kentucky, Duke or Kansas for easy gold you chose to stay home and help home team rebuild. I respect that. You are the true hero and Illni won't forget you. Wish you the best in NBA. I will root for you whereever you go.
I agree and I am happy he chose Illinois. For that reason I think he will go down as one of the most important players in the history of the Illini. Especially in the last 25 years. His decision and his play has shown that you can indeed stay home and win at the University of Illinois. If the other top tier players would remember that Illinois would be a national powerhouse. As far as cutting down the nets, idk, it’s some talented teams out there, coach Underwood’s former team being one of them. But if things fall right, anything is possible. No matter the result, to me his legacy is set, and will go down as an Illini great. In the same stratosphere with the Flying Illini, Deon Thomas, Frank Williams and Kiwanis Garris. And the 04-05 D. Will, D. Brown, L. Head. And can’t forget about Sergio
Ayo I had the honor of meeting you at Penn State last year after the game. I am so glad you came back for another year. I will always be an Ayo fan. Love God, respect yourself and your family, and keep shooting!! 🙏👍
What a good and supportive family. I can understand what keeps him so humble. He is such a talented player, he has many bright years ahead of him. Thanks for everything that you have done for the fighting Illini.
I'm watching 2 years later and this guy had become a true Man among men. He is humble, a confident Champion, and a of God's Heart. Kinda like King David I'd say. He will continue to succeed on and off the court while Praising Jesus and Giving God the Glory. I believe his loving and wise parents are a Huge part of this. I'm sure his sisters would run off any baby company. It will be Awesome to see them win the NCAA Championship and Ayo receiving the MVP award. I'm positive he'll give credit to others and mostly to our Heavenly Father. I think he's a terrific example for our kids to look to. It's Perfectly Kool to be a Christian and Champion of Christ. Jesus will place a crown on those who believe. I believe that makes us a Champion for eternity.
They are a beautiful Family. It's great to see! Best of luck to them all. Illinois fans should be so thankful of his family because of his strong family he didn't bolt to the nba before he was ready. He going be able to come in and contribute from day 1 like Josh Hart did
Blessing in disguise that he fell to the 2nd round and was chosen by the Bulls. I started watching the Bulls again to see how we would do. I'm hooked now!
Nigerians have a nice little run in hoops at moment. As a bball junkie it is awesome to see. France,Spain, Argentina those guys all came into bunches into NBA as well.
Decades ago a French man sang (English translation: “It makes me sad to see the things that some men do to one another; it makes me sad to see the things some men do.” The nonsensical death of Ayo’s 13-year old friend brought tears to an old man’s eyes. Evil exists; the good must prevail. Thank you, Ayo! May God bless you!
That’s the thing that sucks about getting these elite players is your only keeping them for a year or if you get lucky like the Illini with Ayo 2. Can’t blame them though with millions right in their face can’t turn that down. Go Illini Ayo with the ice in his veins
Man am gonna buy your jersey even though I know you won’t be a spur you have my respect ayo man I see something that’s gonna pop and I hope you could become a spur much love
Ayo thanks for choosing Illinois. Unlike other athletes who chooses Kentucky, Duke or Kansas for easy gold you chose to stay home and help home team rebuild. I respect that. You are the true hero and Illni won't forget you. Wish you the best in NBA. I will root for you whereever you go.
This why he going become a legend and UI just beat number 2 @ UM without Ayo who is first team AA. They are cutting down the nets this year.
I agree and I am happy he chose Illinois. For that reason I think he will go down as one of the most important players in the history of the Illini. Especially in the last 25 years.
His decision and his play has shown that you can indeed stay home and win at the University of Illinois. If the other top tier players would remember that Illinois would be a national powerhouse.
As far as cutting down the nets, idk, it’s some talented teams out there, coach Underwood’s former team being one of them. But if things fall right, anything is possible. No matter the result, to me his legacy is set, and will go down as an Illini great. In the same stratosphere with the Flying Illini, Deon Thomas, Frank Williams and Kiwanis Garris. And the 04-05 D. Will, D. Brown, L. Head. And can’t forget about Sergio
@@mrjay3047 Great comment....I-L-L!!!!!
At least you didn't have to go too far for Ayo now. ;)
And now he can continue to put on for his home home state. Welcome to the bulls!
We have been lucky to have him. So glad he chose to play for his home state. Have enjoyed watching him. His parents raised him well.
Ayo I had the honor of meeting you at Penn State last year after the game. I am so glad you came back for another year. I will always be an Ayo fan. Love God, respect yourself and your family, and keep shooting!! 🙏👍
We need another two years out of you bro. Before You Go Pro🙏
What a good and supportive family. I can understand what keeps him so humble. He is such a talented player, he has many bright years ahead of him. Thanks for everything that you have done for the fighting Illini.
I'm watching 2 years later and this guy had become a true Man among men. He is humble, a confident Champion, and a of God's Heart. Kinda like King David I'd say. He will continue to succeed on and off the court while Praising Jesus and Giving God the Glory. I believe his loving and wise parents are a Huge part of this. I'm sure his sisters would run off any baby company. It will be Awesome to see them win the NCAA Championship and Ayo receiving the MVP award. I'm positive he'll give credit to others and mostly to our Heavenly Father. I think he's a terrific example for our kids to look to. It's Perfectly Kool to be a Christian and Champion of Christ. Jesus will place a crown on those who believe. I believe that makes us a Champion for eternity.
I would not cut your hair! Keep the buckets coming. The future is bright for you.
This story sure has aged gracefully.
Yea hopefully he’ll go in the 1rst round next year
It just got even better!
Beautiful family! Ayo is a future top 10 pick!
Best part: You don’t need to go go to Kentucky, or Duke to be successful. True dat.
Facts
Peace and blessings to Ayo! You and your beautiful family physically,mentally,spiritually and financially.
They are a beautiful Family. It's great to see! Best of luck to them all. Illinois fans should be so thankful of his family because of his strong family he didn't bolt to the nba before he was ready. He going be able to come in and contribute from day 1 like Josh Hart did
And love Ayo but he was never projected top ten. Kid is so skilled and guys like that get picked out of top ten but they last in league
Blessing in disguise that he fell to the 2nd round and was chosen by the Bulls. I started watching the Bulls again to see how we would do. I'm hooked now!
Another Beauty From Nigeria origin is ready to unleash hin priceless talent in the NBA.. I'll be on the watch out ...All the best!!
Nigerians have a nice little run in hoops at moment. As a bball junkie it is awesome to see. France,Spain, Argentina those guys all came into bunches into NBA as well.
Decades ago a French man sang (English translation: “It makes me sad to see the things that some men do to one another; it makes me sad to see the things some men do.” The nonsensical death of Ayo’s 13-year old friend brought tears to an old man’s eyes. Evil exists; the good must prevail. Thank you, Ayo! May God bless you!
God bless you, young man.
I like this dude.
Keep going Ayo you have amazing potential where ever you go I will root for you. I hope you stay for a few more years before going to the NBA.
Great Ayo!!! I hope in a great future!!! Bye from Italy.
Thanks for Ayo he's my favorite player
Ayo the Great! IlliniNation will never forget what you did, and are doing for the program. #programchanger #O&B #stayhome #classact #oskeewowow
Beautiful
Now a Bull. What a story!!!
One more year will do wonders.
What a story
Grounded. Focused. Winner.
Thanks for everything Ayo! You helped put Illini ball back on the map. Much love and best of luck in the NBA. Godspeed.
That’s the thing that sucks about getting these elite players is your only keeping them for a year or if you get lucky like the Illini with Ayo 2. Can’t blame them though with millions right in their face can’t turn that down. Go Illini Ayo with the ice in his veins
Wish we could keep him for all four years.
🗣 I-L-L-I-N-I Big 10 #1
Thank U for the hard word❤
Congrats Ayo
CHICAGO !!!
welcome to the bulls!!!!
Man am gonna buy your jersey even though I know you won’t be a spur you have my respect ayo man I see something that’s gonna pop and I hope you could become a spur much love
Bebe got his number retired in Illinois, we love that
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Anyone see Michigan state game. Hope he gets better
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I think the Detroit Pistons may have found themselves a steal in the 2021 draft.
Really hoping he comes to the Bulls. Hopefully he’s around early second round to snag him but I highly doubt that, he’ll be a first rounder.
@@HyperGenesis08 nah he said pistons lol
@@86Sentra if the Pistons end up with a late first-round or early second-round pick. He should be there for the taking.
Jet life huh? Nice nickname!
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Ayo the Great! IlliniNation will never forget what you did, and are doing for the program. #programchanger #O&B #stayhome #classact #oskeewowow