Illinois Fighting Illini Set to Battle Notre Dame Fighting Irish at St. Elizabeths East Arena

As the Illinois Fighting Illini prepare to face the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at St. Elizabeths East Entertainment and Sports Arena, fans can anticipate a thrilling encounter in women's basketball. The Illini have been showcasing a strong performance trend, with their recent games indicating an upward trajectory.

In their last game against Saint Peter's Peacocks, Illinois dominated with a resounding 103-33 victory. Their offensive prowess was on full display as they shot an impressive 59 percent from the field and 57 percent from beyond the arc. The team also demonstrated their defensive capabilities with ten steals and three blocks, contributing to a high number of points off turnovers.

However, it wasn't all smooth sailing in previous matches. Against Marquette Golden Eagles, Illinois faced a narrow defeat with a score of 67-71 despite shooting over 50 percent from both two-point and three-point range. Turnovers were an issue in this contest as they matched their opponent's total of twenty.

The game against Morehead State Eagles saw another win for Illinois at 81-61 where they maintained over 50 percent shooting efficiency from the field and showed strength inside the paint with thirty-eight points.

Heading into this upcoming game, it is evident that Illinois has been able to maintain high shooting percentages while also capitalizing on turnovers for additional scoring opportunities. Their assist-to-turnover ratio has shown fluctuations but remains positive overall.

The venue may play its part; St. Elizabeths East Entertainment and Sports Arena is known for its vibrant atmosphere which could influence both teams' performances on game day.

Fans can catch this exciting matchup between Illinois Fighting Illini and Notre Dame Fighting Irish on November 18th at 6:00 PM Eastern Time broadcasted nationally by NBC TV network.