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No. 20 Illinois Barely Breaks a Sweat Against Southern
Illinois dominated with balanced scoring and nearly 60% shooting in the first half, securing a 21-point halftime lead in their final non-conference game.
- On Monday, Illinois closed out its non-conference schedule with a 90-55 win over Southern in Champaign.
- Hot first-half shooting put Illinois in command as the Illini shot nearly 60%, made eight 3-pointers and were 8 for 8 from the free throw line while leading 46-25 at halftime.
- Balanced contributions came from multiple Illini as Jake Davis hit five 3-pointers for 15 points, Keaton Wagler added 11 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds, while Zvonimir Ivisic, Tomislav Ivisic, and David Mirkovic also scored in double figures.
- With the victory, Underwood's record reached 175-104, and he remains 10-0 against the current 12-team SWAC, as Southern lost its fifth straight, falling to 4-9 overall.
- Looking ahead, Southern's schedule gives it little time to regroup as the Jaguars host Texas Southern and play at Penn State on Saturday.
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The Cumberland Times-NewsNo. 20 Illinois 90, Southern University 55
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