US EditionIllinois State defeats Kent State 79-58 in NIT
Illinois State made 13 three-pointers, led by Landon Wolf's 24 points, to secure a 21-point win and advance to face Wake Forest in the NIT.
- On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Illinois State Redbirds defeated Kent State Golden Flashes 79-58 in the first round in Normal, Illinois.
- By halftime Illinois State had surged to a 45-25 advantage, hitting eight first-half 3-pointers that fueled the early lead.
- Key performances came from Landon Wolf, Illinois State guard, with 24 points, five 3s, and seven rebounds, and Chase Walker, Illinois State, with 19 points on 8-of-11 shooting.
- Illinois State will travel to face Wake Forest in the next NIT round, and Kent State's season ended, marking consecutive losses for the first time this year.
- Kent State struggled offensively, shooting just 33% , while Gillespie was held to 5 points but grabbed a game-high 15 rebounds.
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