Illinois crushes Little Rock with Jakucionis' 21 points
- Illinois achieved a decisive 92-34 victory against Little Rock.
- Kasparas Jakucionis scored a season-high of 21 points while Tomislav Ivisic recorded another double-double.
- The Fighting Illini's strong first half set the stage for their overwhelming win.
In Champaign, Illinois, the Illinois Fighting Illini secured a commanding victory against Little Rock, ending the game with a score of 92-34. The game took place on a Monday night, showcasing excellent performances from multiple players. Freshman Kasparas Jakucionis led the team with a season-high of 21 points, including three successful 3-pointers. Tomislav Ivisic, another standout player, achieved his third double-double of the season by scoring 16 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. Alongside him, Tre White and Will Riley contributed significantly with 16 and 13 points, respectively. The host team dominated the first half, establishing a significant lead of 51-19 at halftime. Little Rock struggled offensively, failing to score during a nearly eight-minute drought, which allowed Illinois to increase their lead substantially.