Maryland Triumphs Over Illinois in Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament

The University of Maryland women's basketball team staged a remarkable comeback, overcoming a 14-point first-quarter deficit to defeat Illinois 75-65.

• Maryland's Bri McDaniel led the team with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and three steals.
• The victory marks Maryland's 17th consecutive win against Illinois in their series.
• Maryland, the No. 8 seed, will face top-seeded Ohio State in the quarterfinals.
• The Terrapins rallied from a 24-10 first-quarter deficit for their largest comeback win of the season.
• Illinois led by 14 points in the first quarter but ultimately fell, continuing their winless streak against Maryland in 17 matchups.

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