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3 keys to an Illinois win over Arkansas

We’re officially a day away from tip-off between Illinois and Arkansas!

While this Illinois season was far from smooth sailing, the Illini will have a chance to rewrite their story over the next few weeks.

Up first, they’ll have to get past an Arkansas team that in a lot of ways, mirrors themselves. Talent galore, potential through the roof, but a season marred with inconsistency and frustration.

So what do the Illini need to do on Thursday afternoon to make sure their tournament stay doesn’t end after one day?

Avoid a slow start

Seems like this is something that’s been discussed for a month at this point.