ncaab Game Recap
Illinois vs Penn State Final: 98-81 - Recap
Illinois got a 30-point performance from Ayo Dosunmu as Illinois handed Penn State a 98-81 defeat on Wednesday at Bryce Jordan Center.
Illinois was a -4.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Kofi Cockburn had 23 points for Illinois and Andre Curbelo chipped in with 15 points. Andre Curbelo had 8 assists for them, while Jacob Grandison was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Penn State got 21 points from Myreon Jones in a losing cause and another 21 points from Izaiah Brockington. Jamari Wheeler contributed 5 assists for them, while Trent Buttrick had 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Penn State were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Illinois had a 33-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Illinois heads into a battle against Indiana. Penn State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Indiana.