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Northwestern Falls 96-66 Against Illinois - Game Recap

Illinois cruised to victory on Tuesday, running Northwestern out of the gym and running up a 96-66 score at State Farm Center.

Illinois was a -5.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Illinois got 32 points from Marcus Domask and another 20 points from Justin Harmon. Marcus Domask contributed 6 assists, while Quincy Guerrier cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.

Northwestern got 20 points from Boo Buie in a losing cause and another 14 points from Ty Berry. Ryan Langborg contributed 4 assists for them, while Nick Martinelli had 5 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Illinois were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.

Illinois won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 33-23.

Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Purdue. Northwestern will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Michigan State.