Illinois Dominates Oregon in NCAAB Showdown
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · State Farm Center
Illinois Fighting Illini 80, Oregon Ducks 54, 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 Oregon Ducks vs Illinois Fighting Illini?
Illinois Fighting Illini beat Oregon Ducks 80-54 at State Farm Center on March 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Oregon Ducks vs Illinois Fighting Illini?
Illinois Fighting Illini were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2400 (about 96% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Illinois Fighting Illini defeated the Oregon Ducks 80-54 at the State Farm Center. This matchup showcased the stark contrast in the teams' seasons, with Illinois boasting a strong 23-7 record compared to Oregon's struggling 11-19. The Illini's victory was bolstered by their recent form, having averaged 83.3 points while allowing 73.3 over their last ten games, despite a current two-game losing streak. In contrast, Oregon's recent struggles saw them averaging just 66.3 points while allowing 72.6, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten outings.
Illinois entered the game with a home record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Oregon struggled with a 1-4 away record. The Illini had previously faced the Ducks earlier in the season, securing a decisive 109-77 victory on January 3, 2025. This history added an extra layer of confidence for Illinois as they took the court.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing for either team, which meant both squads were at full strength for this encounter. The betting market reflected Illinois' dominance, with DraftKings listing the Illini as 17.5-point favorites, indicating a strong belief in their ability to secure a convincing win. The total points line was set at 147.5, suggesting expectations of a relatively high-scoring game, although the final score fell short of that total.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported. Fans watching the game were treated to a display of offensive prowess from Illinois, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. Key scoring plays included multiple layups from Oleksandr Kobzystyi and AJ Redd, who contributed significantly to the Illini's scoring surge.
Overall, the matchup highlighted Illinois' strength as they prepare for the remainder of the season, while Oregon will need to regroup after another disappointing performance.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ILL -17.5 | 147.5 o -105 / u -110 | Oregon Ducks +1200 · Illinois Fighting Illini -2400 |
Leaders
- PointsAndrej Stojakovic21Illinois Fighting Illini
- AssistsKeaton Wagler5Illinois Fighting Illini
- ReboundsAndrej Stojakovic12Illinois Fighting Illini
- PointsNate Bittle15Oregon Ducks
- AssistsTakai Simpkins5Oregon Ducks
- ReboundsKwame Evans Jr.8Oregon Ducks
Recent form
Illinois Fighting Illini
Last 10: 6-4Streak L283.3 scored · 73.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L70-84vs Michigan WolverinesFeb 28
- L94-95at UCLA BruinsFeb 22
- W101-65at USC TrojansFeb 19
- W71-51vs Indiana HoosiersFeb 15
- L90-92vs Wisconsin BadgersFeb 11
- L82-85at Michigan State SpartansFeb 8
- W84-44vs Northwestern WildcatsFeb 5
- W78-69at Nebraska CornhuskersFeb 1
- W75-66vs Washington HuskiesJan 30
- W88-82at Purdue BoilermakersJan 24
Oregon Ducks
Last 10: 3-7Streak L166.3 scored · 72.6 allowed per game1-4 away
- L62-63at Northwestern WildcatsFeb 28
- W85-71vs Wisconsin BadgersFeb 26
- W71-70at USC TrojansFeb 21
- L44-61vs Minnesota Golden GophersFeb 18
- W83-72vs Penn State Nittany LionsFeb 14
- L74-92at Indiana HoosiersFeb 10
- L64-68at Purdue BoilermakersFeb 7
- L66-84vs Iowa HawkeyesFeb 2
- L57-73vs UCLA BruinsJan 29
- L57-72at Washington HuskiesJan 25
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 | Oregon Ducks | Illinois Fighting Illini |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-64 | 29-71 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 5-29 | 10-36 |
| Three-point % | 17 | 28 |
| Free throws | 7-9 | 12-14 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 34 |
| Assists | 10 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 36 |
| Fouls | 12 | 9 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 30 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 12 | 84 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half21-43David Mirkovic makes layup (Tomislav Ivisic assists)
- 2nd Half23-43Takai Simpkins makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half25-43Nate Bittle makes 3-foot jumper
- 2nd Half25-46David Mirkovic makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half27-46Nate Bittle makes layup
- 2nd Half29-46Nate Bittle makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half29-48Andrej Stojakovic makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half32-48Takai Simpkins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Sean Stewart assists)
- 2nd Half32-50Andrej Stojakovic makes layup
- 2nd Half34-50Kwame Evans Jr. makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half37-50Oleksandr Kobzystyi makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kwame Evans Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half37-53David Mirkovic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Keaton Wagler assists)
- 2nd Half37-55Andrej Stojakovic makes layup
- 2nd Half37-56Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half37-58Andrej Stojakovic makes layup
- 2nd Half37-59Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-60Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-62Zvonimir Ivisic makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Andrej Stojakovic assists)
- 2nd Half37-63Zvonimir Ivisic makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half37-64Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-65Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-65Kwame Evans Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-65Kwame Evans Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-65Kwame Evans Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-65Kwame Evans Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-67David Mirkovic makes layup
- 2nd Half41-69David Mirkovic makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half42-69Luke Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-69Luke Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-71Tomislav Ivisic makes layup
- 2nd Half43-73David Mirkovic makes layup
- 2nd Half46-73Luke Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Takai Simpkins assists)
- 2nd Half48-73Takai Simpkins makes layup
- 2nd Half50-73Oleksandr Kobzystyi makes layup (Takai Simpkins assists)
- 2nd Half50-74Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-75Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-75Oleksandr Kobzystyi makes layup (Takai Simpkins assists)
- 2nd Half52-78AJ Redd makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mihailo Petrovic assists)
- 2nd Half54-78Efe Vatan makes driving layup (Takai Simpkins assists)
- 2nd Half54-80AJ Redd makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Illinois Fighting Illini, below favours Oregon Ducks.
Venue
- State Farm CenterChampaign, IL
- Attendance15544
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, Keith Kimble, Kelly Pfeifer
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