Enemy Lines

an opposing coach's view

'People will say that losing Brian Cook has I hurt them, but JAMES AUGUSTINE is going to be better. He's more hard-nosed than Cook, probably because his dad is a high school football coach....

Deron Williams is a great complement to DEE BROWN because together they give Illinois two guys who can beat you off the dribble or with the three. Williams might not ever be a pro, but he could end up being first team all-conference by the time he's a senior....

They don't have a true low-post scorer, NICK SMITH might be able to step in there, but I don't know how good he is....

The freshman I like the most is forward BRIAN RANDLE. He's not physical or real strong, but he has a good feel for the game.