ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Illinois Defeats Arkansas State 92-53
Illinois cruised to victory on Friday, running Arkansas State out of the gym and running up a 92-53 score at State Farm Center.
Illinois was a favorite by -17.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors.
Coleman Hawkins had 17 points for Illinois and Jacob Grandison chipped in with 15 points. Andre Curbelo had 7 assists for them, while Coleman Hawkins was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Arkansas State got a 15-point performance from Marquis Eaton, who was supported by 8 points from Antwon Jackson. Caleb Fields had 5 assists in a losing cause for Arkansas State, while Norchad Omier grabbed 5 rebounds.
Illinois led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Illinois won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 54-27.
Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Marquette. Arkansas State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Central Baptist College.