The prevailing thought when Wisconsin star guard John Blackwell entered the Transfer Portal was that it was likely going to be a two-horse race between Duke and Illinois. He ultimately released a longer list that also included Alabama, Arizona, Louisville, and UCLA, but smart money remained on the Blue Devils and the Illini as the top two suitors.
Now, Duke may be standing alone at the top of his list.
Illinois guard Andrej Stojakovic officially announced his return for next season, which could take the Illini out of the Blackwell sweepstakes:…