Brittany Perry Assistant Athletic Director, Sports Nutrition | University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics Website
Brittany Perry Assistant Athletic Director, Sports Nutrition | University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics Website
Illinois faced a setback against Michigan State, ranked 22nd, with an 86-68 loss at the State Farm Center. This defeat ended the Fighting Illini's two-game winning streak.
Adalia McKenzie stood out with her ninth consecutive double-digit scoring game, contributing 15 points, most of which were in the first half. She also added three rebounds and two assists to her performance.
Kendall Bostic achieved her 11th double-double of the season by scoring 20 points and grabbing 14 rebounds. Her efforts included one steal and an assist. Jasmine Brown-Hagger added 12 points, leading the team with four assists, along with two steals and two rebounds.
The next challenge for Illinois is an away game against Northwestern on Thursday. The match will be broadcast on Big Ten Network at 7 p.m. CT from Welsh-Ryan Arena.
"Recording her ninth-consecutive double-digit scoring game, Adalia McKenzie finished with 15 points," was noted in player highlights. Kendall Bostic's achievements were emphasized: "Bostic secured her 11th double-double of the season and the 45th of her career."
Jasmine Brown-Hagger contributed significantly as well: "Scored in double figures for the eighth time this season." Berry Wallace made a notable contribution off the bench with eight points.
Illinois forced Michigan State into committing 13 turnovers but could not capitalize enough to secure a win. They have maintained a trend of forcing double-digit turnovers in all their games this season.
Coach Shauna Green has led Illinois to a record of "54-30 at Illinois" and "22-21 in Big Ten play." Despite this loss, Illinois holds a positive home record of "10-2 at State Farm Center this season."
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