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Rutgers Falls 86-51 to Illinois - Recap
Illinois blew out Rutgers on Friday, running up the score in a 86-51 win at State Farm Center.
Bettors who backed Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -9.0 at sportsbooks.
Illinois got 24 points from Alfonso Plummer and another 16 points from Jacob Grandison. Trent Frazier contributed 5 assists, while Kofi Cockburn cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
Rutgers got a 10-point performance from Jaden Jones, who was supported by 8 points from Mawot Mag. Caleb McConnell had 4 assists in a losing cause for Rutgers, while Jaden Jones grabbed 5 rebounds.
Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Illinois had a 45-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Illinois heads into a battle against Iowa. Rutgers, meanwhile, will have their next action against Purdue.