Northwestern vs Illinois

Illinois was in charge from the tip in routing the Wildcats

Illinois lead at half 47-19

Northwestern simply could not make a shot in the first half

Illinois used hot shooting from range to take that halftime lead

Illinois hit 11 three point shots in the first half alone

Northwestern shot 25.8% in the first half and 8% from the three point line

Illinois shot 50 % from three in the first half

Illinois was led by Andrej Stojakovic with 17 points.

Northwestern’s leading scorer Nick Martinelli was held to 4 points

Illinois’ Keaton Wagler continues his outstanding play with 13 points, 7 rebounds & 5 assists

Illinois will boost their metrics with this win. Currently a 2 seed in our bracket

Illinois Is playing at an unbelievable level. Have won 12 games in a row.

Northwestern was just overmatched and had an awful shooting night

Illinois head coach Brad Underwood “We made a few shots”

Northwestern coach Chris Collins, “They are a better team than us this year. Vastly superior”

Illinois’ Andrej Stojakovic , “Having multiple threats on the court allows us to play with a freedom”