ncaab Game Recap
Illinois Fighting Illini vs Minnesota Golden Gophers Wrap - Illinois Wins 95-74
Illinois cruised to victory on Saturday, running Minnesota out of the gym and running up a 95-74 score at Williams Arena.
Bettors who backed Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -6.5 at sportsbooks.
Will Riley had 27 points for Illinois and Kasparas Jakucionis chipped in with 24 points. Will Riley had 7 assists for them, while Tomislav Ivisic was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Minnesota got a 24-point performance from Lu'Cye Patterson, who was supported by 22 points from Femi Odukale. Femi Odukale had 5 assists in a losing cause for Minnesota, while Dawson Garcia grabbed 6 rebounds.
Illinois led at halftime, 46-36.
Illinois won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 37-20.
Illinois heads into a battle against UCLA. Minnesota, meanwhile, will have their next action against USC.