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Illinois Ousts No. 2 Houston With Stifling Defense
Illinois defeated No. 2 Houston 65-55 to advance to the NCAA Elite Eight. The Fighting Illini held Houston to just 34% shooting — the lowest-scoring game for Houston all season. The dominant defensive performance was the key to the upset victory.
Illinois held Houston to just 34% shooting in its lowest-scoring game of the season, as the Fighting Illini won 65-55 to advance to the Elite Eight.