NCAAB · Final

Illinois Dominates Northwestern in Convincing Win

Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · State Farm Center

Illinois Fighting Illini 84, Northwestern Wildcats 44, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Northwestern Wildcats vs Illinois Fighting Illini?

Illinois Fighting Illini beat Northwestern Wildcats 84-44 at State Farm Center on February 4, 2026.

Who was favored in Northwestern Wildcats vs Illinois Fighting Illini?

Illinois Fighting Illini were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2400 (about 96% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the Illinois Fighting Illini showcased their dominance over the Northwestern Wildcats with a final score of 84-44 at the State Farm Center. This game highlighted Illinois' impressive home record of 20-3, while Northwestern fell to 10-13 on the season. Illinois has been on a remarkable run, winning their last ten games, which includes a recent victory against Nebraska Cornhuskers on February 1, where they won 78-69. They have averaged 80.5 points per game during this streak, while allowing just 66.6 points per game.

In contrast, Northwestern has struggled recently, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games. They are currently on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Washington Huskies 76-62 on February 1. The Wildcats have averaged 71.9 points per game but have allowed 74.1 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that have plagued them throughout the season.

The home advantage was evident for Illinois, who maintained an unblemished home record of 5-0 in their last five games, while Northwestern's away record stands at 1-3. Historically, Illinois has fared well against Northwestern, winning two out of their last three meetings, including a 79-68 victory on January 15, 2026, earlier this season.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but the overall performance of both teams suggests that Illinois is in a stronger position heading into this matchup. The betting lines from DraftKings reflected Illinois' dominance, with the Fighting Illini favored at -16.5 on the spread and a money line of -2400, while Northwestern was listed at +1200.

The game conditions at the State Farm Center were typical for a basketball matchup, with no unusual weather factors affecting play. Viewers were treated to a showcase of offensive prowess from Illinois, particularly in the second half, where they continued to extend their lead. Key scoring plays included K.J. Windham's three-point jumper and Angelo Ciaravino's contributions, which helped solidify the Illini's commanding performance.

Overall, this game served as a testament to Illinois' strong form and ability to capitalize on their home court, while Northwestern continues to seek answers to their recent struggles.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	ILL -16.5	149.5 o -115 / u -105	Northwestern Wildcats +1200 · Illinois Fighting Illini -2400

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Leaders

PointsAndrej Stojakovic17Illinois Fighting Illini
AssistsKeaton Wagler5Illinois Fighting Illini
ReboundsTomislav Ivisic12Illinois Fighting Illini
PointsTre Singleton8Northwestern Wildcats
AssistsJayden Reid4Northwestern Wildcats
ReboundsTre Singleton4Northwestern Wildcats

Recent form

Illinois Fighting Illini

Last 10: 10-0Streak W1080.5 scored · 66.6 allowed per game5-0 at home

W78-69at Nebraska CornhuskersFeb 1
W75-66vs Washington HuskiesJan 30
W88-82at Purdue BoilermakersJan 24
W89-70vs Maryland TerrapinsJan 22
W77-67vs Minnesota Golden GophersJan 17
W79-68at Northwestern WildcatsJan 15
W75-69at Iowa HawkeyesJan 11
W81-55vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsJan 9
W73-65at Penn State Nittany LionsJan 4
W90-55vs Southern JaguarsDec 29

Northwestern Wildcats

Last 10: 3-7Streak L171.9 scored · 74.1 allowed per game1-3 away

L62-76vs Washington HuskiesFeb 1
W94-73vs Penn State Nittany LionsJan 30
L64-71at UCLA BruinsJan 24
W74-68at USC TrojansJan 22
L58-77vs Nebraska CornhuskersJan 17
L68-79vs Illinois Fighting IlliniJan 15
L75-77at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsJan 11
L66-76at Michigan State SpartansJan 8
L78-84vs Minnesota Golden GophersJan 3
W80-60vs Howard BisonDec 30

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Michigan	37-3	-	19-1
Nebraska	28-7	4	15-5
Michigan State	27-8	4	15-5
Illinois	28-9	4	15-5
Wisconsin	24-11	5	14-6
Purdue	30-9	6	13-7
UCLA	24-12	6	13-7
Ohio State	21-13	7	12-8
Iowa	24-13	9	10-10
Indiana	18-14	10	9-11
Minnesota	15-18	11	8-12
USC	18-14	12	7-13
Washington	16-17	12	7-13
Rutgers	14-20	13	6-14
Northwestern	15-19	14	5-15
Oregon	12-20	14	5-15
Maryland	12-21	15	4-16
Penn State	12-20	16	3-17

Box score

Stat	Northwestern Wildcats	Illinois Fighting Illini
Field goals	19-65	28-58
Field goal %	29	48
Three-pointers	4-25	17-38
Three-point %	16	45
Free throws	2-4	11-14
Free throw %	50	79
Rebounds	23	50
Offensive rebounds	6	11
Defensive rebounds	17	39
Assists	10	20
Steals	7	1
Blocks	1	3
Turnovers	1	11
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	10	2
Fast-break points	14	4
Points in the paint	22	20
Fouls	11	9
Largest lead	3	49
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	3	91

How the scoring went

1st Half11-36Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half11-37Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half11-38Keaton Wagler makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half13-38Nick Martinelli makes 10-foot jumper (Jordan Clayton assists)
1st Half13-40Zvonimir Ivisic makes 1-foot dunk
1st Half13-41Keaton Wagler makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half15-41Tre Singleton makes layup
1st Half17-41Tre Singleton makes layup
1st Half17-44Jake Davis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tomislav Ivisic assists)
1st Half19-44Tre Singleton makes 1-foot dunk (Jayden Reid assists)
1st Half19-47Keaton Wagler makes 39-foot three point jumper
2nd Half21-47Nick Martinelli makes 11-foot jumper (Jayden Reid assists)
2nd Half21-50Keaton Wagler makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jake Davis assists)
2nd Half23-50Jayden Reid makes 18-foot jumper
2nd Half23-52Tomislav Ivisic makes 3-foot dunk (Keaton Wagler assists)
2nd Half23-53Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half23-55Andrej Stojakovic makes layup
2nd Half23-58David Mirkovic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Keaton Wagler assists)
2nd Half23-61Zvonimir Ivisic makes 24-foot three point jumper (David Mirkovic assists)
2nd Half23-63Zvonimir Ivisic makes 2-foot dunk (Keaton Wagler assists)
2nd Half25-63Jake West makes layup
2nd Half25-66Zvonimir Ivisic makes 27-foot three point jumper (Keaton Wagler assists)
2nd Half28-66Jake West makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nick Martinelli assists)
2nd Half28-68Ben Humrichous makes layup (Tomislav Ivisic assists)
2nd Half30-68Arrinten Page makes 5-foot jumper
2nd Half30-69Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-70Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-71Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-72Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-75Zvonimir Ivisic makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ben Humrichous assists)
2nd Half30-77Ben Humrichous makes 17-foot jumper (Mihailo Petrovic assists)
2nd Half30-79Andrej Stojakovic makes 2-foot dunk (Tomislav Ivisic assists)
2nd Half33-79K.J. Windham makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half35-79Angelo Ciaravino makes 17-foot jumper
2nd Half37-79Tyler Kropp makes 15-foot jumper (K.J. Windham assists)
2nd Half37-82Jake Davis makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mihailo Petrovic assists)
2nd Half39-82Angelo Ciaravino makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half41-82Tyler Kropp makes layup
2nd Half44-82Max Green makes 25-foot three point jumper (K.J. Windham assists)
2nd Half44-84Brandon Lee makes layup

Win probability

Above the line favours Illinois Fighting Illini, below favours Northwestern Wildcats.