Illinois Tops No. 20 Wisconsin 86-80

Illinois secured an 86-80 victory over No. 20 Wisconsin, led by Kasparas Jakucionis with a career-high 24 points, Tre White with 23 points and eight rebounds, and Kylan Boswell with 19 points and six assists. This marks the Illini's ninth consecutive win over Wisconsin and was their fourth straight game where Jakucionis scored over 20 points. Illinois coach Brad Underwood celebrated his 150th win as the team outrebounded Wisconsin 40-29, with Tomislav Ivisic contributing a game-high 11 rebounds. Despite a strong start to the season, Wisconsin suffered its third consecutive loss. Illinois will next host No. 1 Tennessee, while Wisconsin will face Butler. The victory was witnessed by a sold-out crowd at the State Farm Center, where fans passionately supported the Illini through early fouls and a late rally attempt by the Badgers.