Closer Look: Illinois 85, Gonzaga 74

What it means for Illinois: It's too early to know. It was a great win for the program. The Illini beat a tough Gonzaga squad on the road in front of a raucous crowd. But they did it with an uncanny effort from Paul. He won't play like every night. To compete throughout the rugged Big Ten season, they have to win on Paul's ordinary days, too. I think there's reason to be excited in Champaign. And Groce deserves credit for what he's achieved so far. But it's not time for an over-the-top celebration quite yet. Illinois has to prove that it can win high-caliber games when Paul doesn't play out of his mind.

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