Seattle center Mouhamed Saer Sene blocks the shot of Utah's Roger Powell, one of five swats for Seattle's top pick Monday

Roger Powell had plenty to celebrate as the Illini advanced

Roger Powell Jr. of Illinois did all he could against Sean May and the Tar Heels. The forward...

Roger Powell and the Illini just need a final dance partner

Roger Powell and the Illini just need a final dance partner

Roger Powell scored 18 of his 20 points in the second half

Roger Powell and the Illini were too patient -- and strong

Roger Powell Jr. has a tongue-wagging celebration after dunking

Illinois forwards Roger Powell (center) and Jack Ingram battle Louisville forward Ellis Myles for a rebound

How can you root against Roger Powell, Jr., and his higher calling

Nevada center Chad Bell, center, is sandwiched by Illinois forward Jack Ingram, left, and forward Roger Powell during the first half during the second round of the NCAA Tournament in Indianapolis, Ind., Saturday...

Roger Powell and No. 1 Illinois finally broke through at Kohl

Roger Powell will quickly discover he should return to Illinois for his senior season

Duke's Shelden Williams shoots over Illinois' Roger Powell during a Sweet 16 game of the NCAA Tournament at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. Duke...

Illinois teammates Deron Williams, left, and Roger Powell kiss the Big Ten Championship trophy after defeating Ohio State 64-63 in Columbus, Ohio