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 guard Stefan Vaaks. Find our scouting reports of other Illinois players as they're added below.

Stefan Vaaks | Guard | Sophomore | No. 7

Hometown: Tabasalu, Estonia

Previous school: Providence

Height: 6-foot-7

Weight: 215 pounds

Scouting Stefan Vaaks

There is plenty to like about Vaaks on the offensive end. At 6-foot-7, he combines excellent size with a smooth shooting stroke and the confidence to let it fly from just about anywhere. He is particularly dangerous beyond the arc, whether spotting up off the ball or creating space for a jumper off the dribble. Give him a little room, and he can make a defense pay.

Vaaks is more than just a three-point specialist, though.…