ncaab Game Recap
Florida Atlantic Owls vs Illinois Fighting Illini Wrap - Illinois Wins 98-89
Florida Atlantic was burned for 33 points by Marcus Domask on Tuesday as Illinois picked up a 98-89 win at Madison Square Garden.
Illinois was a +2.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Illinois got 31 points from Terrence Shannon Jr. and another 10 points from Justin Harmon. Ty Rodgers contributed 3 assists, while Marcus Domask cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Florida Atlantic got 23 points from Vladislav Goldin in a losing cause and another 19 points from Johnell Davis. Jalen Gaffney contributed 7 assists for them, while Johnell Davis had 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Florida Atlantic were victorious, as the score was 42-40 at the break.
Florida Atlantic won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 26-23.
Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Tennessee. Florida Atlantic will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Florida International.