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Asmussen | Illini's upset win gives fans reason to proudly don their orange

CHAMPAIGN — Go ahead, Illinois fans, wear your orange today. For the first time in a while (not counting volleyball) there is a reason to be proud.

On Tuesday night at why-wasn't-it-full State Farm Center, Brad Underwood picked up his biggest win as Illini coach. By far.

Led by Ayo Dosunmu, the Illini took a nine-point halftime lead, watched it slipped away and then watched a court storming ensue while rallying for a 79-74 victory against No. 9-ranked Michigan State.

As the final seconds ticked away, Voice of the Illini Brian Barnhart said "How do you like me now?