Even with all the whistles and without the win, there was plenty for the Illini to learn from the Spartans game

After the game, Illinois head coach Brad Underwood, who is a great friend of Tom Izzo’s, spoke to the media about the game. As always, he was complimentary of Izzo and his squad, but also frustrated about the fouls called on his star point guard Kasparas Jakucionis.

Maryland won at home Sunday against Nebraska, 69-66. Ja’Kobi Gillespie led the way with 22 points for the Terps. The Fighting Illini lost a hard-fought game in East Lansing Sunday to the Michigan State Spartans, 80-78. Kasparas Jakucionis is Illinois’ leading scorer averaging 15.9 points per game.

We’re set for another betting prediction and pick for Thursday’s slate of college basketball action as we head to the Big Ten Conference for this next rivalry tilt. The Maryland Terrapins (14-5, 4-4 Big Ten) will visit the No.

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