Epic Showdown Looms: Which Powerhouse Will Seize the Elusive Elite Eight Spot?
You could probably make a case that Illinois has looked like the best team in the NCAA Tournament so far. In their first game of the tournament, against Penn, they destroyed their opponent, winning 105-70. This was a pretty obvious and expected result. Against VCU, the team didn’t look quite as crisp, but they were still in control for almost the entirety of the game. They shot about 40% from deep in the game, but they only took 24. They were able to get to the bucket and put in easier baskets. VCU actually had eight more shots, but Illinois did a lot of damage on the free-throw line as well. Still, watching this game it felt like Illinois could’ve played better. I am probably splitting hairs right now, because all that matters is a win, and they won it by 21. This will be a major challenge, though, as they have to play a tough Houston team that plays ferocious defense.Â



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