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Rutgers Defeats Illinois 82-73 - Recap
Rutgers got a 28-point performance from Dylan Harper as they ran past Illinois 82-73 on Wednesday at Jersey Mike's Arena.
Rutgers was a +6.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Ace Bailey had 18 points for Rutgers and Jeremiah Williams chipped in with 13 points. Dylan Harper had 5 assists for them, while Ace Bailey was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Illinois got a 20-point performance from Will Riley, who was supported by 14 points from Ben Humrichous. Will Riley had 5 assists in a losing cause for Illinois, while Kylan Boswell grabbed 10 rebounds.
Rutgers led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Next game, Rutgers takes its act on the road to face Maryland looking for another win. For Illinois, they head on the road to face Minnesota.