Illinois Fighting Illini Dominate Southern University Jaguars with Stellar Defense and Offensive Prowess

The Illinois Fighting Illini showcased their dominance against the Southern University Jaguars, securing a decisive 90-55 victory at the State Farm Center. This win improved the Illini's record to 20-0, while the Jaguars fell to 0-20. The game was marked by Illinois' impressive offensive and defensive performances, as they controlled both halves with authority.

First Half

In the opening half, Illinois quickly established their superiority by scoring 46 points compared to Southern University's 25. The Illini's defense was particularly effective, limiting the Jaguars' shooting percentage to just 35 percent from the field. Keaton Wagler played a pivotal role in orchestrating plays for his team, contributing significantly with his playmaking abilities.

Second Half

The second half saw no let-up from Champaign's Own as they continued their offensive onslaught, adding another 44 points to their tally. Tomislav Ivisic stood out with his remarkable efficiency on both ends of the court. His contributions were crucial in maintaining Illinois' momentum throughout this period.

Southern University struggled against Illinois’ relentless pressure and could not close the gap despite some spirited efforts from their bench players who contributed a total of 29 points. However, it was not enough to counteract Illinois’ well-rounded performance.

The game concluded without any lead changes or ties, underscoring Illinois' control from start to finish. With this commanding performance now behind them, fans can look forward to more exciting matchups ahead.

Looking forward, Champaign’s Own will face off against Penn State Nittany Lions on January 3rd at The Palestra in Philadelphia at 7:00 PM EST. Fans can catch all action live on BTN network TV channel.

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