Player of the Game: Illini’s Michael Finke
Jalen Coleman-Lands hit the winning shot, but Champaign’s finest got his team back in the game. Without Finke’s 17 points and three rebounds, Illini would have been looking at one of the worst losses in program history. And is there anything better than a big guy who can make free throws? He was 8 of 9. Clutch.
BACKCOURT: Illinois B-, Chicago State A-
Three Illinois starters hit double figures. Malcolm Hill was off target with his shot, but made up for it with his board work and passing.