CHAMPAIGN, Ill — Welcome to the Cook and McKenzie Show.
After losing to No. 18 Michigan Wolverines on Thursday, the Illini were able to stop their skid with a 69-62 win against Minnesota on Sunday afternoon.
The Illini move to 18-6 overall (8-5 Big Ten) with an impressive 11-2 record at home.
This was the Illini’s second win against the Gophers, sweeping the season series.
Offense was definitely the focal point for Illinois heading into this game. After recently struggling from behind the arc, the Illini made it a priority to get out of the run early and dominate the interior.