ncaab Game Recap
Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Illinois Fighting Illini Wrap - Illinois Wins 86-70
Illinois got 24 points from Kofi Cockburn en route to a 86-70 victory over Nebraska on Thursday at State Farm Center.
Illinois was the ATS victor, as they covered the -14.0-point spread as a favorite.
Illinois got 18 points from Adam Miller and another 14 points from Jacob Grandison. Andre Curbelo contributed 8 assists, while Andre Curbelo cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Nebraska got a 18-point performance from Trey McGowens, who was supported by 12 points from Shamiel Stevenson. Thorir Thorbjarnarson had 2 assists in a losing cause for Nebraska, while Derrick Walker grabbed 5 rebounds.
Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Illinois had a 43-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Illinois heads into a battle against Wisconsin. Nebraska, meanwhile, will have their next action against Minnesota.