Grace Nelson gives Illinois State a versatile scoring punch with defensive upside
In the 2025-26 season, Grace Nelson is one of Illinois State’s more reliable perimeter threats, averaging 5.5 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 0.9 assists in 17.7 minutes per game, while also leading the team in scoring at 14.1 points per game on the season leaderboard. Her value is more than the box score: she brings a guard skill set from the wing, can stretch defenses, and provides a steady two-way presence that fits a team needing spacing and secondary creation. She looks like a useful rotation fit for programs that want a shooter with room to grow into a bigger role.[6][8][9]
