Good Morning, Illini Nation: David Mirkovic slowly getting back to 100 percent
Oct. 3—David Mirkovic has been out of the boot that protected his surgically repaired left foot for nearly a month. The 6-foot-9, 250-pound forward's return from his late-summer foot injury has been slow and steady by design. Most of Mirkovic's work has come with athletic trainer Justin Games — time in the pool and using the Alter-G treadmill — but he's getting on the court for light, ...
David Mirkovic, the Illinois forward, has been steadily recovering from his surgically repaired left foot injury. He has been out of his boot for nearly a month, and his rehabilitation has been a slow and deliberate process. Mirkovic has been working with athletic trainer Justin Games, including pool exercises and using the Alter-G treadmill, as well as participating in light, individual practice sessions for about 20 minutes a day. His next medical check-up is scheduled for the following week.
Illinois coach Brad Underwood emphasized the importance of not rushing Mirkovic's return, stating that the team's priority is ensuring his health. The timing of the injury, which occurred on the final day of summer workouts, provided the coaching staff with two months to devise strategies around his absence. Mirkovic has shown improvement in his ball-handling skills and remains a formidable scorer and facilitator.
Underwood praised Mirkovic's ability to elevate teammates when he draws two defenders by making precise passes. The coach challenged Mirkovic to study the plays of legendary player Larry Bird, aiming to incorporate similar techniques into his game. Mirkovic's return to practice and film study is crucial, as his comeback will largely depend on his conditioning.
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