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Illinois Falls 71-67 Against Penn State - Game Recap
Penn State got 18 points from Shep Garner en route to a 71-67 victory over Illinois on Saturday at Bryce Jordan Center.
Penn State was the ATS victor, as they covered the -2.5-point spread as a favorite.
Penn State got 17 points from Payton Banks and another 13 points from Tony Carr. Josh Reaves contributed 3 assists, while Mike Watkins cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Illinois got 19 points from Malcolm Hill in a losing cause and another 13 points from Jalen Coleman-Lands. Malcolm Hill contributed 7 assists for them, while Jalen Coleman-Lands had 7 rebounds.
Penn State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Illinois had a 37-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Penn State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Indiana. Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Wisconsin.