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Recap - Illinois Defeats Michigan 68-53

Kofi Cockburn scored 21 points and chipped in with 10 rebounds for Illinois on Friday, leading them to a 68-53 victory over Michigan at State Farm Center.

Illinois was the ATS victor, as they covered the -10.5-point spread as a favorite.

Trent Frazier had 18 points for Illinois and Alfonso Plummer chipped in with 15 points. Trent Frazier had 7 assists for them, while Kofi Cockburn was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.

Michigan got a 17-point performance from DeVante' Jones, who was supported by 9 points from Moussa Diabate. Frankie Collins had 2 assists in a losing cause for Michigan, while DeVante' Jones grabbed 6 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Illinois were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.

Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Purdue. Michigan will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Maryland.