The Champaign Room · Dec 15, 2019
Illinois pummels Old Dominion, 69-55
Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY SportsCHAMPAIGN, Ill. — No hangover here. Another hot start for Illinois gives them a crucial win after beating No.5 Michigan earlier this week.
The Illini put away the Old Dominion Monarchs Saturday night at the State Farm Center in Champaign thanks to a 15-point lead at the half. Illinois secured the win in the second half, 69-55
“This is about what I thought it would be,” said Illinois head coach Brad Underwood. “It was hard-fought. I don’t think it was the prettiest basketball game. I’ve been concerned about this game for some time.”