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Heat Checks and Hail Marys - Two in a Row is Bad - IlliniGuys.com
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Illinois upset by Cincinnati in Hall of Fame Classic
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (WCIA) — After pulling out to a 23-8 lead to begin the game, No. 14 Illinois (2-2) faltered to Cincinnati (5-0) en route to a 71-51 loss. Junior Kofi Cockburn had the first s…
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Cincinnati spoils Cockburn’s return by blowing out Illinois
The Illini led this game 23-8 before it all went wrong.
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Cincy escapes early 15-point hole, routs No. 14 Illini 71-51
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Cincinnati coach Wes Miller had no idea who he was watching early on against Illinois on Monday night.