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Illinois vs Missouri Final: 97-73 - Recap

Missouri was run off the court by Illinois on Friday as they blasted them 97-73 at Enterprise Center.

Illinois won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -6.5-point spread as favorites.

Terrence Shannon Jr. had 30 points for Illinois and Quincy Guerrier chipped in with 28 points. Marcus Domask had 7 assists for them, while Terrence Shannon Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.

Missouri got a 18-point performance from Sean East II, who was supported by 12 points from Trent Pierce. Sean East II had 2 assists in a losing cause for Missouri, while Anthony Robinson II grabbed 6 rebounds.

Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Illinois had a 47-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Illinois takes its act home to face Fairleigh Dickinson looking for another win. For Missouri, they head home to face Central Arkansas.