ncaab Game Recap
Illinois vs Northwestern Final: 83-74 - Recap
Illinois got 17 points from Kylan Boswell en route to a 83-74 victory over Northwestern on Sunday at State Farm Center.
Illinois was a -8.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Illinois got 15 points from Morez Johnson Jr. and another 14 points from Ben Humrichous. Kasparas Jakucionis contributed 7 assists, while Kasparas Jakucionis cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Northwestern got 17 points from Jalen Leach in a losing cause and another 17 points from Nick Martinelli. Jalen Leach contributed 4 assists for them, while Ty Berry had 6 rebounds.
Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Illinois won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 44-24.
Illinois heads into a battle against Nebraska. Northwestern, meanwhile, will have their next action against Rutgers.