ncaab Game Recap
Illinois vs Michigan State Final: 75-66 - Recap
Illinois got 20 points from Dain Dainja as they ran past Michigan State 75-66 on Friday at State Farm Center.
Illinois was the ATS victor, as they covered the -6.5-point spread as a favorite.
Illinois got 19 points from Matthew Mayer and another 17 points from Terrence Shannon Jr.. Jayden Epps contributed 5 assists, while Coleman Hawkins cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Michigan State got 20 points from A.J. Hoggard in a losing cause and another 14 points from Tyson Walker. Jaden Akins contributed 1 assists for them, while Joey Hauser had 11 rebounds.
Illinois was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Michigan State as they grabbed 39 boards, while Illinois only had 29
Illinois heads into a battle against Minnesota. Michigan State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Purdue.