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Rutgers Downs Illinois 91-88 - Match Report
Rutgers got a 28-point performance from Ron Harper Jr. as they ran past Illinois 91-88 on Sunday at Rutgers Athletic Center.
Rutgers was a +1.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Jacob Young had 24 points for Rutgers and Montez Mathis chipped in with 15 points. Geo Baker had 5 assists for them, while Myles Johnson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Illinois got a 22-point performance from Ayo Dosunmu, who was supported by 19 points from Trent Frazier. Ayo Dosunmu had 6 assists in a losing cause for Illinois, while Kofi Cockburn grabbed 12 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Illinois were victorious, as the score was 41-38 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Rutgers as they grabbed 33 boards, while Illinois only had 32
Rutgers looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Ohio State. Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track at Penn State.