Can Illini regain magic?

"It's their meeting, it's their team," Groce said after practice in Champaign on Monday. "Obviously they care. They've cared for a long time. That doesn't change just because we've lost some games.

"For the seniors, their deal is winding down. They want to get the most out of it. It's really good that they're taking responsibility. The fact that they've gotten together to hold each other more accountable, that's a great sign."

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