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Illinois Fighting Illini vs Penn State Nittany Lions Recap - Illinois Wins 62-56

Illinois got 24 points from Ayo Dosunmu as they ran past Penn State 62-56 on Tuesday at Bryce Jordan Center.

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

Kofi Cockburn had 14 points for Illinois and Alan Griffin chipped in with 9 points. Da'Monte Williams had 4 assists for them, while Kofi Cockburn was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Penn State got 13 points from Lamar Stevens in a losing cause and another 10 points from Izaiah Brockington. Jamari Wheeler contributed 6 assists for them, while Lamar Stevens had 9 rebounds.

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

The rebound battle favored Illinois as they grabbed 37 boards, while Penn State only had 32

Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Nebraska. Penn State will aim to get back on the winning track at Indiana.