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Michigan Falls 91-87 to Illinois - Recap
Illinois grabbed a 91-87 win over Michigan on Thursday, behind a 24-point effort from Matthew Mayer at State Farm Center.
Bettors who backed Illinois were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -5.0.
Illinois got 21 points from Terrence Shannon Jr. and another 14 points from Ty Rodgers. Terrence Shannon Jr. contributed 4 assists, while Coleman Hawkins cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Michigan got a 31-point performance from Hunter Dickinson, who was supported by 23 points from Kobe Bufkin. Dug McDaniel had 4 assists in a losing cause for Michigan, while Hunter Dickinson grabbed 16 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Illinois were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Michigan had a 45-43 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Illinois heads into a battle against Purdue. Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Indiana.