The Champaign Room · Jan 25, 2023
Illinois responds, uses complete effort to down OSU
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — That’s how you defend your home court.
After an embarrassing home loss to Indiana last time out, the Illini rebounded nicely on Tuesday. Illinois was efficient on both ends of the floor, and took care of Ohio State, 69-60, at State Farm Center.
The last time Illinois played, they were dismantled and ran off their own floor against the Hoosiers. Brad Underwood made mention of the fact that the Illini had played or practiced 19 consecutive days leading up to their disappointing showing against IU. This time — once again at home — with four days of “much needed” rest, Illinois had no excuse.