Illinois 88, at Ohio State 80

COLUMBUS, Ohio (Interstat) — In a high-octane Big Ten clash defined by offensive firepower and a relentless individual performance, the Illinois Fighting Illini outlasted the Ohio State Buckeyes 88-80 on Tuesday night at Value City Arena. The game pivoted on a staggering scoring duel between Illinois’ balanced, efficient attack and a heroic, career-high effort from Ohio State guard Bruce Thornton. Despite Thornton pouring in 34 points, the Fighting Illini’s superior three-point shooting and near-flawless work at the free-throw line proved the difference before a crowd of 9,974. Illinois, improving to 8-2 overall, never trailed after the opening minute but could… Read more...