When No. 17 Illinois men’s basketball coach Brad Underwood considered how “bullish” he is on his team Sunday at State Farm Center, he didn’t play down his expectations.

Jan 26, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kasparas Jakucionis (32) drives the ball past Northwestern Wildcats guard Angelo Ciaravino (44) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images / Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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UIC took the lead with 8:53 remaining in the first half and did not give it up. Mason led his team in scoring with 14 points in the first half to help put them up 55-39 at the break. UIC extended its lead to 88-65 during the second half, fueled by a 15-2 scoring run. Jackson scored a team-high 14 points in the second half.