ncaab Game Recap
Illinois Fighting Illini vs Michigan Wolverines Wrap - Illinois Wins 64-62
Ayo Dosunmu went off for 27 points and added 7 rebounds leading Illinois over Michigan, 64-62, on Saturday at Crisler Center.
Bettors who backed Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +4.0 at sportsbooks.
Illinois got 15 points from Andres Feliz and another 10 points from Trent Frazier. Ayo Dosunmu contributed 2 assists, while Ayo Dosunmu cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Michigan got a 17-point performance from Zavier Simpson, who was supported by 12 points from Jon Teske. Zavier Simpson had 3 assists in a losing cause for Michigan, while Franz Wagner grabbed 8 rebounds.
Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Michigan won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 36-29.
Next game, Illinois takes its act home to face Minnesota looking for another win. For Michigan, they head on the road to face Nebraska.