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Recap - Illinois Defeats Duke 83-68

Illinois got 18 points from Ayo Dosunmu as they ran past Duke 83-68 on Tuesday at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Illinois won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +3.5-point spread as underdogs.

Kofi Cockburn had 13 points for Illinois and Andre Curbelo chipped in with 12 points. Ayo Dosunmu had 5 assists for them, while Ayo Dosunmu was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.

Duke got a 19-point performance from Matthew Hurt, who was supported by 13 points from DJ Steward. Jeremy Roach had 7 assists in a losing cause for Duke, while Matthew Hurt grabbed 7 rebounds.

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

Illinois had a 35-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Missouri. Duke will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Charleston Southern.