ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Illinois Defeats Wisconsin 74-69
Kofi Cockburn scored 19 points leading Illinois to a 74-69 victory over Wisconsin at Kohl Center on Saturday.
Illinois was the ATS victor, as they covered the +5.0-point spread as an underdog.
Andre Curbelo had 17 points for Illinois and Da'Monte Williams chipped in with 12 points. Trent Frazier had 4 assists for them, while Jacob Grandison was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Wisconsin got a 29-point performance from D'Mitrik Trice, who was supported by 15 points from Micah Potter. Brad Davison had 2 assists in a losing cause for Wisconsin, while Micah Potter grabbed 6 rebounds.
Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Illinois had a 39-27 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 Michigan. Wisconsin will aim to get back on the winning track at Purdue.