Illinois 99, Evansville 60

Giorgi said the first basketball he watched was And-1 mixtapes. He said his favorite player was "Hot Sauce."

Favorite player now is Nikola Jokic.

— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) November 9, 2018

#Illini freshman Ayo Dosunmu has referenced Draymond Green, Dennis Rodman, Ray Allen and Steph Curry in his post-game news conference.

— Shannon Ryan (@sryantribune) November 9, 2018

#Illini worked over Evansville 99-60. Ayo Dosunmu showed why he was such a big-time get. Impacted both ends. Played with confidence & showed up when the lights came on.

Underwood & Co. had to be encouraged with Giorgi and Tev's play as well.

— Derek Piper (@DPiper247) November 9, 2018

Ayo is just filthy. 🤐

18 pts, 6 rebs, 4 asts, 3 stls for the freshman.#Illini up 97-55 late. pic.twitter.com/Leo8An6mVA

— Illini Basketball (@IlliniMBB) November 9, 2018