ncaab Game Recap
Illinois Fighting Illini vs Nebraska Cornhuskers Wrap - Illinois Wins 76-50
Illinois cruised to victory on Tuesday, running Nebraska out of the gym and running up a 76-50 score at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Illinois won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -3.5-point spread as favorites.
Terrence Shannon Jr. had 25 points for Illinois and Coleman Hawkins chipped in with 12 points. Coleman Hawkins had 5 assists for them, while Terrence Shannon Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Nebraska got a 12-point performance from Sam Griesel, who was supported by 11 points from Wilhelm Breidenbach. Derrick Walker had 3 assists in a losing cause for Nebraska, while Emmanuel Bandoumel grabbed 7 rebounds.
Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Illinois had a 39-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Illinois heads into a battle against Michigan State. Nebraska, meanwhile, will have their next action against Purdue.