Illinois State basketball makes bold recruiting strides as Ryan Pedon’s team bags commitment from 3 talent powerhouses

Ryan Pedon's Illinois State basketball team has made significant strides in recruiting, landing commitments from three talented powerhouses.

According to reputable sources familiar with the program, the Redbirds have recently received verbal commitments from guards Malachi Poindexter and DJ Horne, as well as forward Kendall Blue.

These three highly touted recruits are expected to make an immediate impact on the Redbirds' program, which has struggled in recent years.

Poindexter, a 6-foot-4 guard from Chicago, is a four-star recruit who is ranked among the top 100 players in the country by 247Sports.

He is a versatile player who can score from anywhere on the court and is also a strong defender.

Horne, a 6-foot-2 guard from Belleville, is a three-star recruit who is known for his athleticism and playmaking ability.

He is a dynamic scorer who can create his own shot and is also a good passer.

Blue, a 6-foot-8 forward from Springfield, is a three-star recruit who is regarded as one of the best post players in the state of Illinois.

He is a strong rebounder and defender who can also score in the paint.

The addition of these three recruits is a major coup for Pedon, who is in his second season as head coach of the Redbirds.

Pedon has quickly turned around the Redbirds' program, leading them to a 14-14 record last season after they went 7-24 the year before.

The Redbirds are expected to compete for a berth in the NCAA Tournament this season, and the addition of these three recruits will only help their chances.