ncaab Game Recap
Illinois Fighting Illini vs Maryland Terrapins Wrap - Illinois Wins 85-80
Terrence Shannon Jr. went off for 27 points and added 1 rebounds leading Illinois over Maryland, 85-80, on Saturday at Xfinity Center.
Illinois was a -2.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Illinois got 19 points from Marcus Domask and another 14 points from Coleman Hawkins. Marcus Domask contributed 3 assists, while Marcus Domask cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Maryland got a 28-point performance from Jahmir Young, who was supported by 18 points from Julian Reese. Jahmir Young had 6 assists in a losing cause for Maryland, while Julian Reese grabbed 11 rebounds.
Illinois led at halftime, 43-39.
Maryland won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 35-30.
Next game, Illinois takes its act on the road to face Penn State looking for another win. For Maryland, they head on the road to face Wisconsin.