How to Watch Illinois vs. Southern (Non-Conference Finale)
Game Time: 2 p.m. Monday
TV Channel: BTN
Online Streaming: FoxSportsGO
Odds: N/A (Illinois 98.7% Chance To Win – ESPN Matchup Predictor)
Quick Hits:
Illinois Fighting Illini (9-3, 1-1 Big Ten)
Head Coach: Brad Underwood (9th season)
Last Game: Illinois 91, Missouri 48
Gameday Reading:
Southern Jaguars (4-8, 0-0 SWAC)
Head Coach: Kevin Johnson (3rd season)
Last Game: Baylor 111, Southern 67
What Happened the Last Time These Two Teams Played?
- Illinois leads the all-time series 2-0.
Nov. 19, 2023: Illinois 88, Southern 60
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — This one was over at the break.
After a come-from-behind win against Valparaiso on Friday, Illinois made it two in a row with a 88-60 win over Southern University on Sunday night. Terrence
Shannon Jr. powered the Illini with a season-high 24 points.
Following a strong start, Illini fans had to hold their breath as freshman guard Niccolo Moretti suffered a right foot injury and had to be helped off the court late in the first half. He returned to the bench after the break in a walking boot; no word yet on how long he’ll be out.
Despite the same lingering three point and free throw struggles that have seemed to carry over from last season, Illinois once again dominated down the stretch and were able to win comfortably.
Much like Illinois’ win over Oakland, Dain Dainja was the star player early on in the first half.
The forward scored the orange and blue’s first 8 points while starting 5-of-5 from the field, finishing with 12 points before the break.
“Dain got going, in the first media (timeout) I told him to go get dirty,” Shannon said. “He’s a really good player, a real key for us.”
