Local scoring ace who brought size, range, and toughness to UIC
Hackett was a combo guard whose best calling card was proven shot-making: at Munster High, he finished as the school’s all-time leader in points (1,429), field goals, 3-pointers, and free throws, and he was ranked No. 48 in Indiana as a senior. In his 2015-16 UIC season, he played 21 games and posted 1.4 points, 0.8 rebounds, and 0.5 assists per game, so the college production was modest, but his background suggests a player with perimeter confidence and scoring instincts. He fits best as a depth guard who can add experience and floor spacing rather than a high-usage creator.[4][7][1]
