Keaton Wagler delivered a standout performance Sunday, scoring 28 points to lead No. 9 Illinois to a 78-69 win over No. 5 Nebraska.
The victory extended Illinois’ winning streak to 11 games, underscoring the Illini’s strong recent form as they handled a top-five opponent.
Illinois stays hot against elite competition
Wagler’s scoring pace set the tone as Illinois maintained control long enough to secure the road win. Nebraska, ranked fifth, couldn’t slow the Illini’s momentum as Illinois added another marquee result to its streak.
With the win, Illinois continued to build on one of the nation’s longest active runs, while Nebraska took a setback in a matchup featuring two teams ranked in the top 10.