Kilee Fletcher Assistant Strength Coach, Basketball | University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics Website
Kilee Fletcher Assistant Strength Coach, Basketball | University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics Website
Illinois achieved a significant victory over No. 14 Maryland with a 66-65 win at the XFINITY Center, marking their first ranked road win since 2019. Genesis Bryant played a pivotal role, scoring two crucial free throws in the final seconds to secure the win for Illinois.
Bryant, who played the entire game, scored 20 points and was perfect from the free throw line. She also contributed four rebounds, two assists, and a steal. Freshman Berry Wallace added 14 points and made four three-pointers while Brynn Shoup-Hill's late three-pointer gave Illinois a temporary lead.
Kendall Bostic recorded her fifth consecutive double-double with 13 points and 14 rebounds. Adalia McKenzie added nine points along with seven assists.
The Illini's victory was built on effective three-point shooting and capitalizing on offensive rebounds. The game featured multiple lead changes, especially in the last minute, highlighting both teams' competitiveness.
Maryland had an early advantage but couldn't maintain it as Illinois responded strongly in critical moments of the game. This win improved Illinois' record to 17-5 overall and 7-4 in Big Ten play.
Illinois will play three of its next four games at State Farm Center, starting with Northwestern on Thursday.
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