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Illini upset No. 9 Spartans for best win yet in Underwood era

CHAMPAIGN — Trent Frazier sprinted to midcourt right next to the scorer's table once the buzzer sounded Tuesday night at State Farm Center.

Back arched. Full on yell. A fist pump that would have ignited the Orange Krush.

If they were still in their seats.

Illinois' 79-74 upset of No. 9 Michigan State sent a sea of fans around the scorer's table — blitzing through both team benches, chairs scattered in every direction — and onto Lou Henson Court in celebration for the biggest Illini win of the season and of the Brad Underwood era as a whole.