The latest news from Scout.com. The Scout.com Network covers college, NFL, MLB, high school, recruiting, and much more http://www.scout.com/ http://media.scout.com/media/rss/scout.gif http://www.scout.com/ en-us Copyright © 2013 Scout.com and Scout.com. All rights reserved. This website is an unofficial and independent source of news and information, and is not affiliated with any school, team or league. info@scout.com info@scout.com Sat, 18 May 2013 16:27:46 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Scout.com > People > Meyers Leonard Scout.com RSS Engine v1.0 (Server:SCOUTWEB5) 60 Meyers Leonard returned to Illinois for their opener against Western Michigan. He spoke with IlliniPlaybook about his adjustment to the NBA level and what he expects this season. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1217637.html 2047 Taylor Rooks http://illinois.scout.com/2/1217637.html Mon, 03 Sep 2012 15:51:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball team produced it's first lottery pick for the NBA draft since Deron Williams when the Portland Trailblazers selected Meyers Leonard with the 11th pick in the 2012 draft. Leonard was on hand to hear the good news. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1198856.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1198856.html Fri, 29 Jun 2012 04:05:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Fab Melo was in Dallas last night, checking into the Hilton, sampling the scene at the Uptown Bar & Grill (today's his 22nd birthday) and readying to work out for the Mavs today, DallasBasketball.com has learned. The Syracuse center was wearing a t-shirt given him by the Pacers, who are so impressed they say he performed ‘off the charts.’ More inside scoop on the Mavs and Melo: http://mavericks.scout.com/2/1196628.html 2047 Fish & Kevin Brolan http://mavericks.scout.com/2/1196628.html Wed, 20 Jun 2012 16:27:00 GMT 1 268 Dallas mavericks Last we checked, the Mavs didn't believe this draft featured a rotation-ready center. But today, Illinois center Meyers Leonard - a sure-fire first-round pick - is Dallas-bound. What's changed? Well, the 7-footer has been impressive in workouts. Oh, and his agent happens to be Jeff Schultz, who also reps Deron Williams ... http://mavericks.scout.com/2/1196224.html 2047 Mike Fisher http://mavericks.scout.com/2/1196224.html Tue, 19 Jun 2012 13:52:00 GMT 1 268 Dallas mavericks The Fighting Illini basketball team lost more than a bunch of games and its coaching staff this season. It is also losing its potentially dominating center Meyers Leonard to the NBA draft. The big man met reporters Tuesday to discuss his situation and remind he will be a loyal Illini for life. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1176249.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1176249.html Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:50:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Many Fighting Illini basketball fans have dreamed of someday having a true star playing the center position. Johnnie Kerr was the last Illini center to thrive in the NBA, and he played in the early 1950's. Finally, along comes Meyers Leonard, and he had no interest in any school but Illinois. Unfortunately, Illini fans may have only this one year to enjoy his presence on the court. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1164975.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1164975.html Tue, 06 Mar 2012 20:18:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball team is young and will need contributions from everyone to be successful. But there is one gigantic elephant in the room, one uniquely talented player who could help transform a decent team into a great one. Meyers Leonard has special ability. If only he can discover his inner excellence and manifest it. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1118814.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1118814.html Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:33:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball team must rely on younger players this season after four seniors graduated. Possibly the most important returnee is center Meyers Leonard. Fortunately, he has improved while playing USA basketball in Latvia. He is now back on campus and eager to be a leader for the rookies on campus. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1086364.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1086364.html Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:52:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball team has unanswered questions going into the 2011-12 season. Perhaps the biggest of all concerns the tallest player on the team, Meyers Leonard. His experiences with USA basketball this summer undoubtedly will help him advance his game. Illini coach Bruce Weber discusses Leonard's hoped-for improvement this summer. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1085740.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1085740.html Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:24:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The 2011 Fighting Illini basketball team must replace five players who saw extended minutes last season. Returning players must step up and fill the holes. Perhaps the biggest improvement must come from Meyers Leonard, the tall and athletic center. He needs to advance his game while also accepting more responsibility. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1068900.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1068900.html Sun, 01 May 2011 15:59:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball team is looking for more toughness in games. One of the toughest current players is a freshman with a bright future. Meyers Leonard still has much to learn, but he hopes one day to be the dominant enforcer Illini fans always seek in their big man. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1048460.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1048460.html Tue, 15 Feb 2011 14:50:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois It takes awhile for freshmen basketball players to adapt to the college game. Everyone is bigger, stronger and more athletic than what they experienced in high school. It is to their advantage to have an experienced player to help them learn the ropes of their position. Freshman center Meyers Leonard has all the tools, and he has a senior to push him. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1020982.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1020982.html Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:46:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The heralded Fighting Illini freshmen basketball class has reported to campus, and two of them are taking summer classes and working out with the rest of the team. While Jereme Richmond represents with the USA basketball team, Meyers Leonard and Crandall Head work to regain their health. Leonard is nearly back to full strength. http://illinois.scout.com/2/978464.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/978464.html Sat, 19 Jun 2010 01:27:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Sometimes a great bargain pops up when you least expect it. In basketball parlance, on rare occasions a young man raised in a small town grows taller and more athletic than those around him and becomes a star. Larry Bird was from tiny French Lick, Indiana, as one example. Now comes Meyers Leonard from Robinson. He may not reach Bird's stature, but he is certainly making a name for himself. http://illinois.scout.com/2/956889.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/956889.html Thu, 25 Mar 2010 13:28:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Signing day for high school players is Wednesday, and few seniors are still uncommitted. Most ballers now decide their college preferences long in advance. There is little suspense for fans, but there is great relief for the players. Athletic center Meyers Leonard is excited to finally make his Fighting Illini future official. http://illinois.scout.com/2/918306.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/918306.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:02:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Meyers Leonard traveled from his home in Southern Illinois to Chicago frequently to play with the Mac Irvin Fire AAU basketball team in events around the country this summer. Video highlights of his play demonstrate his ability to run the floor. http://illinois.scout.com/2/902572.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/902572.html Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:56:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Illinois team basketball camp brought in numerous top prospects and their high school teams for a day of competitive games. Meyers Leonard is shown in this video playing for his Robinson team. http://illinois.scout.com/2/875798.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/875798.html Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:53:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Late last week, 100 of the nation's finest high school basketball players assembled in Charlottesville, Va. for the 2009 NBPA Top 100 Camp. Among the group were a handful of Illinois commitments and targets. http://illinois.scout.com/2/874476.html 2047 Eric Bossi http://illinois.scout.com/2/874476.html Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:30:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The recent Illini basketball team camp gave fans a chance to watch commitments and other top prospects display their skills. While there were a number of quality athletes present from three states, including several future superstars among the freshmen and sophomores, Robinson's upcoming senior center Meyers Leonard shone among the brightest. http://illinois.scout.com/2/872416.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/872416.html Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois InsideIllini's Eric Bossi has been on the road all spring. Last weekend, he was able to check out a handful of Illini commitments and recruits as they did their thing at the Nike Memorial Day Classic in Suwanee, Ga. http://illinois.scout.com/2/867952.html 2047 Eric Bossi http://illinois.scout.com/2/867952.html Thu, 28 May 2009 02:46:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois