Illinois Dominates Pennsylvania in NCAAB Matchup
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 9:55 PM ET · Bon Secours Wellness Arena
Illinois Fighting Illini 105, Pennsylvania Quakers 70, 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 Pennsylvania Quakers vs Illinois Fighting Illini?
Illinois Fighting Illini beat Pennsylvania Quakers 105-70 at Bon Secours Wellness Arena on March 19, 2026.
Who was favored in Pennsylvania Quakers vs Illinois Fighting Illini?
Illinois Fighting Illini were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -10000 (about 99% implied). The favorite won.
The Illinois Fighting Illini showcased a commanding performance against the Pennsylvania Quakers, securing a decisive 105-70 victory at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. This matchup was particularly noteworthy not only for the significant scoreline but also for Illinois' ability to bounce back from a recent setback, having lost their previous game against the Wisconsin Badgers. With this win, Illinois improved their overall record to 26-8, while Pennsylvania's record now stands at 18-13.
Illinois entered the game with a mixed recent form, having gone 5-5 in their last ten games. They had averaged 83.8 points scored while allowing 73.3 points in that span. Their performance at home has been a bit erratic, with a home record of 3-3 in their last six games. In contrast, Pennsylvania has been on a remarkable run, winning nine of their last ten games, including a five-game winning streak leading into this matchup. The Quakers averaged 75.6 points scored and allowed 69.5 points during their last ten games, showcasing their offensive capabilities.
The odds provided by DraftKings for this game indicated that Illinois was heavily favored, with a spread of -25.5 and a total set at 150.5. The moneyline reflected Illinois' dominance, priced at -10000, while Pennsylvania was listed at 3000, highlighting the disparity in expectations between the two teams.
In terms of scoring, Illinois displayed their offensive prowess throughout the game, particularly in the second half, where they outscored Pennsylvania significantly. Key plays included a series of driving layups and three-point shots, with Cam Thrower contributing notably to the scoring. The Quakers struggled to keep pace, unable to contain the Illini's offensive onslaught.
The game conditions were favorable, allowing for an exciting display of basketball. Fans in attendance witnessed Illinois' high-scoring ability, which was a critical factor in their victory. The Fighting Illini's ability to execute plays effectively and capitalize on scoring opportunities was evident, particularly in the second half.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, which likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game. Both teams were able to field their key players, allowing for a full-strength contest.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the stark contrast in recent form between Illinois and Pennsylvania. Illinois' ability to score efficiently and their strong home-court advantage were pivotal in their victory. The Quakers, despite their recent success, were unable to match the intensity and skill level displayed by the Fighting Illini in this contest.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ILL -25.5 | 150.5 o -115 / u -105 | Pennsylvania Quakers +3000 · Illinois Fighting Illini -10000 |
Leaders
- PointsDavid Mirkovic29Illinois Fighting Illini
- AssistsKeaton Wagler7Illinois Fighting Illini
- ReboundsDavid Mirkovic17Illinois Fighting Illini
- PointsMichael Zanoni20Pennsylvania Quakers
- AssistsAJ Levine4Pennsylvania Quakers
- ReboundsCam Thrower4Pennsylvania Quakers
Recent form
Illinois Fighting Illini
Last 10: 5-5Streak L183.8 scored · 73.3 allowed per game3-3 at home
- L88-91vs Wisconsin BadgersMar 13
- W78-72at Maryland TerrapinsMar 8
- W80-54vs Oregon DucksMar 4
- 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
Pennsylvania Quakers
Last 10: 9-1Streak W575.6 scored · 69.5 allowed per game4-1 away
- W88-84at Yale BulldogsMar 15
- W62-60at Harvard CrimsonMar 14
- W82-61at Brown BearsMar 7
- W64-61vs Harvard CrimsonFeb 28
- W80-71vs Dartmouth Big GreenFeb 28
- L70-74at Yale BulldogsFeb 21
- W82-76vs Cornell Big RedFeb 14
- W76-67vs Columbia LionsFeb 14
- W61-60vs Princeton TigersFeb 7
- W91-81at Cornell Big RedJan 31
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yale | 24-7 | - | 11-3 |
| Harvard | 17-12 | 1 | 10-4 |
| Pennsylvania | 18-12 | 2 | 9-5 |
| Cornell | 15-13 | 3 | 8-6 |
| Columbia | 16-12 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Dartmouth | 11-16 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Princeton | 9-20 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Brown | 9-18 | 8 | 3-11 |
| 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 | Pennsylvania Quakers | Illinois Fighting Illini |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-67 | 37-74 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 9-30 | 15-36 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 42 |
| Free throws | 1-2 | 16-21 |
| Free throw % | 50 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 20 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 28 |
| Assists | 13 | 15 |
| Steals | 2 | 2 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 3 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 44 |
| Fouls | 22 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 40 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 8 | 90 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-59Keaton Wagler makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-61Kylan Boswell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-61Niklas Polonowski makes layup
- 2nd Half45-61AJ Levine makes 28-foot three point jumper (Michael Zanoni assists)
- 2nd Half45-64Keaton Wagler makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half47-64AJ Levine makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half47-65Kylan Boswell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-68Andrej Stojakovic makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kylan Boswell assists)
- 2nd Half47-70Zvonimir Ivisic makes 1-foot dunk (David Mirkovic assists)
- 2nd Half49-70Cam Thrower makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-73David Mirkovic makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half49-75Kylan Boswell makes layup
- 2nd Half49-76Kylan Boswell makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half51-76Michael Zanoni makes 16-foot jumper (AJ Levine assists)
- 2nd Half51-79David Mirkovic makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half51-80David Mirkovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-81David Mirkovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-83Tomislav Ivisic makes 4-foot hook shot (Ben Humrichous assists)
- 2nd Half53-83Lucas Lueth makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half53-84Zvonimir Ivisic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-85Zvonimir Ivisic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-85Augustus Gerhart makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-87David Mirkovic makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-90Tomislav Ivisic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Keaton Wagler assists)
- 2nd Half55-93Ben Humrichous makes 23-foot three point jumper (Andrej Stojakovic assists)
- 2nd Half57-93Michael Zanoni makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half57-94Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-95Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-95Johnnie Walter makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alex Massung assists)
- 2nd Half60-98Ben Humrichous makes 30-foot three point jumper (Mihailo Petrovic assists)
- 2nd Half60-99Brandon Lee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-100Brandon Lee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-100Alex Massung makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half62-102Brandon Lee makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-102Cam Thrower makes 30-foot three point jumper (Alex Massung assists)
- 2nd Half65-103Zvonimir Ivisic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-103Cam Thrower makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-105AJ Redd makes layup
- 2nd Half69-105Cam Thrower makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-105Cam Thrower makes free throw 1 of 1
Win probability
Above the line favours Illinois Fighting Illini, below favours Pennsylvania Quakers.
Venue
- Bon Secours Wellness ArenaGreenville, SC
- Attendance14092
- OfficialsGregory Nixon, Alfred Smith, Nate Harris
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