ncaab Game Recap
Western Illinois Leathernecks vs Illinois Fighting Illini Wrap - Illinois Wins 84-52
Illinois blew out Western Illinois on Friday, running up the score in a 84-52 win at State Farm Center.
Bettors who backed Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -27.0 at sportsbooks.
Illinois got 19 points from Terrence Shannon Jr. and another 16 points from Dain Dainja. Ty Rodgers contributed 4 assists, while Quincy Guerrier cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
Western Illinois got 20 points from James Dent Jr. in a losing cause and another 11 points from Jesiah West. Ryan Myers contributed 3 assists for them, while Drew Cisse had 12 rebounds.
Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Illinois won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 48-31.
Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Rutgers. Western Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track at Wisconsin.