Indiana Hoosiers Beat Illinois 82-69

The Indiana Hoosiers men's basketball team secured their fifth consecutive victory by defeating Illinois 82-69 at Assembly Hall. Indiana, now 13-3 and 4-1 in the Big Ten, showcased a strong second half, outscoring Illinois 44-31 after a tied halftime. Oumar Ballo led the Hoosiers with 23 points and eight rebounds, supported by Myles Rice with 19 points and six assists, and Luke Goode, who added 16 points. Illinois struggled with shooting, particularly in the second half where they shot only 35%. This matchup marked the first encounter between the two teams since 1974. Indiana will face the Iowa Hawkeyes next in what promises to be another competitive game.