ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Illinois Defeats Northwestern 73-66
Illinois grabbed a 73-66 win over Northwestern on Tuesday, behind a 17-point effort from Kofi Cockburn at State Farm Center.
Bettors who backed Illinois were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -13.5.
Ayo Dosunmu had 13 points for Illinois and Giorgi Bezhanishvili chipped in with 10 points. Da'Monte Williams had 5 assists for them, while Kofi Cockburn was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Northwestern got a 22-point performance from Chase Audige, who was supported by 14 points from Pete Nance. Boo Buie had 1 assists in a losing cause for Northwestern, while Anthony Gaines grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Illinois were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Illinois had a 32-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Minnesota. Northwestern will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Wisconsin.