Overview
- Zvonimir Ivišić posted 16 points, nine rebounds and seven blocks in his first start for Illinois.
- The Illini dominated the stripe, converting 30 of 34 free throws after going 20 of 21 in the first half.
- Illinois won the boards 51-30 and limited FGCU to 33% shooting after the Eagles missed their first 12 attempts.
- Freshman Keaton Wagler added 22 points and seven rebounds, David Mirkovic had 17 points and 11 boards, and Andrej Stojaković debuted with 9 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.
- Illinois has scored 113 in both victories and hosts No. 10 Texas Tech on Tuesday for its first ranked test.