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Old Dominion Monarchs vs Illinois Fighting Illini Recap - Illinois Wins 69-55
Illinois grabbed a 69-55 win over Old Dominion on Saturday, behind a 15-point effort from Alan Griffin at State Farm Center.
Bettors who backed Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -13.5 at sportsbooks.
Illinois got 14 points from Ayo Dosunmu and another 11 points from Kofi Cockburn. Giorgi Bezhanishvili contributed 4 assists, while Kofi Cockburn cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Old Dominion got a 17-point performance from A.J. Oliver II, who was supported by 13 points from Xavier Green. Xavier Green had 5 assists in a losing cause for Old Dominion, while Marquis Godwin grabbed 6 rebounds.
Illinois led at halftime, $HalfScore.
The rebound battle favored Illinois as they grabbed 28 boards, while Old Dominion only had 27
Illinois heads into a battle against Missouri. Old Dominion, meanwhile, will have their next action against Richmond.