Michigan Wins Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament

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Published on March 17 2025 9:56 am
Last Updated on March 17 2025 9:57 am

INDIANAPOLIS – No. 24 Illinois fell to No. 11 Maryland, 88-65, in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday night.

Kasparas Jakucionis registered his fifth double-double of the season, finishing with 15 points and 10 rebounds in his team-leading 24th double-digit scoring effort. He also dished out four assists and made one steal.

Will Riley poured in 15 points while knocking down two 3-pointers, grabbing seven rebounds, and notching an assist.

Scoring in double figures for the 22nd time this season, Kylan Boswell tallied 14 points, his sixth straight game with 10+ points. He also amassed three rebounds, an assist, and a block.

Tre White totaled eight points, two rebounds, an assist, and a steal. Morez Johnson Jr. added six points, nine rebounds, four blocks, two assists, and a steal off the bench.

Also Friday, Michigan State defeated Oregon 74-64, Wisconsin won over UCLA 86-70 and Michigan downed Purdue 86-68.

In Saturday play, Wisconsin defeated Michigan State 77-68 and Michigan edged Maryland 81-80.

In the championship Sunday, Michigan defeated Wisconsin 59-53.