The State Journal-Register: No. 5 Iowa dominates boards, Illini in 77-65 win
After every loss, Illinois coach John Groce has walked into the postgame press room and been able to pinpoint several factors that contributed to the Illini’s defeat.
Too frequently, a lack of “mental toughness” has been among them, as Groce indicated following the 77-65 loss to No. 5 Iowa (19-4, 10-1 Big Ten) that Illinois (11-13, 3-8) endured at home Sunday afternoon.
Chicago Tribune: John Groce calls on Illini to be tougher when adversity hits
After watching one of North Carolina‘s losses last week on television, Illinois coach John Groce could relate to Tar Heels coach Roy Williams.