The News-Gazette · Mar 10, 2017
UI MBB grades: More failure at Big Ten tournament
» morePlayer of the Game: Tracy Abrams
Yes, the Illini lost by 20 points to Michigan. But imagine what the deficit might have been if Abrams wasn’t putting a strong finish on what could be the final game of his career. His 23 points at least gave Illinois a brief chance.
Backcourt: Michigan A, Illinois F
Abrams crushed it, but the Illini were going to be in trouble with Malcolm Hill shooting 1 of 8 from the field and both Hill and Te’Jon Lucas committing three turnovers apiece.
Frontcourt: Michigan B, Illinois F
The Wolverines’ starting big men combined for 17 points and 10 rebounds. Solid production. Illini center Maverick Morgan had more turnovers (five) than points (four) or rebounds (three).