In the days leading up to Illinois' Nov. 2 regular-season opener at Champaign's State Farm Center, Illinois on SI will share a scouting report for each Illini player on the team's official 2026-27 roster. Today, we shine a light on forward Landon Davis. Find our scouting reports of other Illinois players as they're added below.

Landon Davis | forward | freshman | No. 27

Hometown: Waukee, Iowa

High school: Waukee Northwest High School

Height: 6-foot-9

Weight: 220 pounds

Scouting Landon Davis

Waukee Northwest’s Landon Davis stands for a portrait on Nov. 24, 2025, at Waukee Northwest High School. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

On both sides of the floor, Landon Davis has an intriguing blend of abilities. On offense, he is a solid athlete with great size and length at the forward position.…