Nebraska guard James Palmer Jr.
Don't focus on how many points the Cornhuskers' leading scorer put up against Illinois (although it was a game-high 23). Instead, look at how he did it. Palmer drew nine fouls — while committing zero — and scored nearly half of his total at the free-throw line going 12 of 14.
Backcourt
Illinois: D+
Nebraska: A-
Too many turnovers, too many missed shots and too many fouls. All three defined the Illini guards, who struggled collectively again. While Ayo Dosunmu got to double figures with 10 points, it came on 12 shots, and the Illini freshman led the team with five turnovers.