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Michigan Falls 93-85 to Illinois - Recap

Michigan was burned for 27 points by Kofi Cockburn on Sunday as Illinois picked up a 93-85 win at Crisler Center.

Illinois was a +0.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Illinois got 26 points from Alfonso Plummer and another 17 points from Trent Frazier. Jacob Grandison contributed 4 assists, while Kofi Cockburn cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

Michigan got 25 points from DeVante' Jones in a losing cause and another 21 points from Caleb Houstan. DeVante' Jones contributed 10 assists for them, while Hunter Dickinson had 11 rebounds.

Illinois led at halftime, 46-39.

Illinois had a 26-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Illinois heads into a battle against Penn State. Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Michigan State.