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Maryland Terrapins vs Illinois Fighting Illini Recap - Illinois Wins 76-64

Kofi Cockburn scored 23 points and added 18 rebounds for a double-double, leading Illinois over Maryland, 76-64, on Thursday at State Farm Center.

Illinois was a favorite by -11.0 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors.

Trent Frazier had 16 points for Illinois and Alfonso Plummer chipped in with 12 points. Alfonso Plummer had 3 assists for them, while Kofi Cockburn was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 18 boards.

Maryland got a 17-point performance from Donta Scott, who was supported by 16 points from Eric Ayala. Fatts Russell had 5 assists in a losing cause for Maryland, while Donta Scott grabbed 7 rebounds.

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

Illinois won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 41-26.

Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Nebraska. Maryland will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Wisconsin.