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Illinois Downs Ohio State 87-79 - Match Report
Will Riley scored 24 points leading Illinois to a 87-79 victory over Ohio State at State Farm Center on Sunday.
Illinois was the ATS victor, as they covered the -6.5-point spread as a favorite.
Kylan Boswell had 14 points for Illinois and Morez Johnson Jr. chipped in with 14 points. Kasparas Jakucionis had 7 assists for them, while Morez Johnson Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 15 boards.
Ohio State got 29 points from Devin Royal in a losing cause and another 22 points from Bruce Thornton. Bruce Thornton contributed 5 assists for them, while Bruce Thornton had 8 rebounds.
Illinois trailed at halftime, 42-37.
Illinois had a 40-30 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 Rutgers. Ohio State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Maryland.