CHAMPAIGN — The Fighting Illini Women’s Basketball came up short in Sunday’s game against Michigan at State Farm Center. Even though Illinois gained an advantage and lead for most of the matchup, Michigan came back to beat Illinois 78 to 69.
Takeaways
Michigan: The Wolverines fought hard all game and refused to let Illinois take over the game. Four players scored in the double digits, and three scored 15 or more points.
Illinois: Illinois had a sloppy game to start with multiple turnovers and bad shot selection. Even though the team was in the lead for the first half, those mistakes came back to haunt them.
Key moment
It was a bittersweet afternoon at the State Farm Center. Illinois was not able to pick up the win, but the team still held a Senior Day ceremony to recognize the players for their contributions to the program. Kendall Bostic, Genesis Bryant, Adalia Mckenzie, Brynn Shoup-Hill and Makira Cook all soaked in their final moments on the court at home.
Key stat
Center Kendall Bostic tied Illinois’s record for most career double-doubles. Bostic ties Jenna Smith with 53 double-doubles and has a chance to break the record in the postseason.
Up Next
Illinois will compete in the Big Ten tournament from March 5-9, fighting for a spot in the March Madness tournament in Indianapolis.