ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Illinois Defeats Oregon 109-77
Oregon was run off the court by Illinois on Thursday as they blasted them 109-77 at Matthew Knight Arena.
Illinois won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +4.5-point spread as underdogs.
Illinois got 20 points from Tre White and another 18 points from Ben Humrichous. Kasparas Jakucionis contributed 6 assists, while Tre White cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Oregon got a 20-point performance from Supreme Cook, who was supported by 13 points from Nate Bittle. Keeshawn Barthelemy had 4 assists in a losing cause for Oregon, while Jadrian Tracey grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Illinois were victorious, as the score was 45-39 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Illinois as they grabbed 40 boards, while Oregon only had 28
Next game, Illinois takes its act on the road to face Washington looking for another win. For Oregon, they head home to face Maryland.