This game features two teams that have gone down tremendously different paths this season.
Illinois is currently on a 5 game winning streak that brought their record back to 8-5 for the season. Michigan on the other hand has a solid 10-3 record but their 3 losses have been by at least 14 points per game.
Illinois needs to focus on a few key issues in this game against the Wolverines.
3-point defense is going to be crucial for the Illini. They need to make sure they get around screens and cover the three because it is Michigan’s specialty.