ncaab Game Recap
Maryland Terrapins vs Illinois Fighting Illini Wrap - Maryland Wins 92-91
Maryland got 27 points from Anthony Cowan en route to a 92-91 victory over Illinois on Sunday at State Farm Center.
Maryland did not, however, defeat Illinois against the spread, which closed at -2.5 at most sportsbooks.
Justin Jackson had 20 points for Maryland and Kevin Huerter chipped in with 17 points. Anthony Cowan had 6 assists for them, while Bruno Fernando was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Illinois got 18 points from Leron Black in a losing cause and another 17 points from Mark Alstork. Trent Frazier contributed 7 assists for them, while Kipper Nichols had 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Maryland were victorious, as the score was 45-27 at the break.
Maryland won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 34-24.
Next game, Maryland takes its act home to face Ohio looking for another win. For Illinois, they head home to face Austin Peay.