Rutgers basketball fends off No. 23 Illinois

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How Dylan Harper played in Rutgers' upset of No. 23 Illinois
With the win, Rutgers is now 12-11 overall on the season and 5-7 in Big Ten play. They will look to start a winning streak on Sunday as they hit the road to take on Maryland, who is playing well right now. That one won't be easy, and they will once again need big games from Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper.
Takeaways | Rutgers basketball fends off No. 23 Illinois as Dylan Harper returns
Bailey had an impressive sequence in the first half, blocking a three-pointer off the hands of Illinois’ Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn. Jamichael Davis came down with the ball and threw a long pass to Bailey, who threw down a thunderous dunk that elicited a roar from the crowd, giving Rutgers a nine-point lead.
Illinois Basketball Can't Keep Pace With Dylan Harper, Rutgers in Loss
Despite a team-high 20 points from Will Riley and leading as late as 7:28 left in the game, No. 23 Illinois couldn't overcome its dwindling numbers and inspired performances by Rutgers freshmen Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey as the Scarlet Knights pulled away 82-73 for their first win over a ranked team this season.
Rutgers basketball’s Dylan Harper reacts to LeBron James praise after huge game vs. Illinois
Rutgers basketball star guard Dylan Harper gave an inspired reaction to LeBron James’ praise for him after his return from injury against No. 23 Illinois. The Scarlet Knights headed into their home clash against the Illini as underdogs but were able to prove the oddsmakers wrong in their 82-73 victory.

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