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Penn State Downs Illinois 74-52 - Match Report

Penn State blew out Illinois on Sunday, running up the score in a 74-52 win at State Farm Center.

Bettors who backed Penn State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.0 at sportsbooks.

Shep Garner had 16 points for Penn State and Tony Carr chipped in with 15 points. Tony Carr had 6 assists for them, while Tony Carr was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.

Illinois got 18 points from Leron Black in a losing cause and another 12 points from Kipper Nichols. Aaron Jordan contributed 2 assists for them, while Greg Eboigbodin had 6 rebounds.

Illinois won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 30-25.

Penn State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Ohio State. Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track at Indiana.