Arkansas Holds Off Illinois 73-63 With Big Defensive Effort – NBC Chicago

The Arkansas Razorbacks eclipsed the Fighting Illini in a defensive showdown on Saturday, 73-63. The Razorbacks stifled Illinois’ offensive efforts, keeping the Illini to only 36.8 percent shooting from the field and 22.9 percent from beyond the arc.

Arkansas’ defensive tenacity was on full display, as they held off a late push from Illinois in the second half. The Razorbacks’ defensive fortitude was a key factor in the win, as they forced a total of 18 Illinois turnovers.

Junior guard Mason Jones led the Razorbacks with 21 points and 7 rebounds, while sophomore guard Isaiah Joe added 17 points. The Razorbacks’ backcourt was a major factor in the win, as they combined for 38 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists.

Illinois’ offense was led by senior guard Ayo Dosunmu, who scored a game-high 23 points and added 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Despite Dosunmu’s impressive performance, the Fighting Illini were unable to mount a comeback in the second half.

The Razorbacks’ defensive effort was the difference-maker in the game, as they held Illinois to only 63 points. Arkansas’ defense was able to stymie the Fighting Illini’s offensive efforts, as they limited them to 36.8 percent shooting from the field and 22.9 percent from beyond the arc. The Razorbacks also forced 18 Illinois turnovers, which proved to be crucial in the win.

Arkansas’ defensive prowess led to a 73-63 victory over the Fighting Illini. The Razorbacks’ defensive intensity was the key factor in the win, as they held off a late push from Illinois and forced 18 turnovers. Junior guard Mason Jones and sophomore guard Isaiah Joe combined for 38 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists to lead Arkansas to victory.