Player of the game
Xavier guard Elias Harden
While the rest of his team was turning Illinois’ defense into layup line opportunities, Harden was providing a counterpoint as a consistent three-point shooting threat. The 6-foot-5 sophomore guard went 4 of 4 from deep (a career high), and his 14 points (also a career high) made him one of four Musketeers in double figures.
Backcourt
Illinois: D-
Xavier: A
Yes, Ayo Dosunmu, Trent Frazier and Aaron Jordan combined for 53 of the Illini’s 74 points. They also shot a combined 54 percent.