Great game, great energy. Only complaint is I wanted to get up 40.
Illinois 88, Missouri 63 Postgame
Fighter of the Nightman
- Chicago, IL
Absolutely loved my first Braggin’ Rights experience, and wow did we whoop ‘em!! Can’t imagine how nuts the atmosphere is in years when it’s packed with 50/50 fans and both teams are good.
I also cannot believe how drunk the entire crowd was, at least around us!
True holiday festivity, I loved it! I’ll be back.
I also cannot believe how drunk the entire crowd was, at least around us!
True holiday festivity, I loved it! I’ll be back.Fighter of the Nightman
- Chicago, IL
I wanted to break that 34-point margin of victory record we set in ‘05-06 (the popcorn game) … we could’ve, we called off the dogs.
Both Plummer and Grandison going to have a chance at the 40/50/90 club this year the way they’re shooting the ball. Plummer currently averaging it; Jake is slightly short on FT%. Pretty sure Jake was 40/50/90 last year, just didn’t have enough volume for it to be “official.” Shouldn’t be a problem for either of them this year if they keep it up. Both are just incredible shooters.
And we shut down Pickett... nice defensive game shutting down their best players! Big time! I-L-L
Just need to reload at the center going forward...hopefully it's Dainja. Keep the shooters that play defense coming.
I just want to see better defense first.
illini.culture IG
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
If Belo was playing, Payne would be averaging 10 ppg solely off of alley oops...
Great to see the team hitting on all cylinders. Fun win to watch.
Question for all those with intense hatred of Missouri. Did you grow up in southern or central Illinois? I ask because I grew up in Chicago burbs and, while I certainly like to win Braggin’ Rights game, I just don’t have the same hatred for MO that I have for say other teams like Indiana. I’d put IU, Iowa, Purdue, UM, MSU, any top 25 team, and any team Bruce Pearl coaches as teams I want the Illini to beat more than Missouri. So I’m wondering if this hatred was bred into people because of where they group up? Again, don’t get me wrong, beating MO is great and gets better each year.
Question for all those with intense hatred of Missouri. Did you grow up in southern or central Illinois? I ask because I grew up in Chicago burbs and, while I certainly like to win Braggin’ Rights game, I just don’t have the same hatred for MO that I have for say other teams like Indiana. I’d put IU, Iowa, Purdue, UM, MSU, any top 25 team, and any team Bruce Pearl coaches as teams I want the Illini to beat more than Missouri. So I’m wondering if this hatred was bred into people because of where they group up? Again, don’t get me wrong, beating MO is great and gets better each year.
Couldn’t disagree more. Dude was playing so poorly Brad pulled him out for Kofi with 4 minutes left in a almost 40 point blowout. Kid is legit bad at this sport and has little to no basketball IQ. Just because he needs a lot of work doesn’t mean he should get more minutes, especially when he’s a net negative at this point.
I'm with ya. I just view Misery as an irrelevant rival. Their coach seems like a cocky loser who negatively recruits against us constantly. I remember a good amount of Illini fans were wanting Cuonzo (or however you spell his name lol) to be our next head coach. So glad we pursed Underwood.
I definitely agree that I despise IU, Iowa, Northwestern, Sparty, Fichigan way more than Misery.
I'm with you. They're insignificant on my hatred list
In addition to fans from the area I wonder if the amped up atmosphere comes out post game in the bars and restaurants and that plays a part . Even the Martin antics didn't increase my dislike.
GallopingGhost
- Denver, CO
I think the Braggin rights rivalry is really good. And while I do despise and LOVE beating our Big Ten rivals… the difference is, when other Big Ten teams are playing in the non -conference , I can root for them. I don’t think I’ve ever thought “yay, go Missouri!”
Ick. That felt bad to even type. I’m gonna go wash my hands
Don't want to be Debbie Downer but is he still penciled in as our starting center next year?
What happens THIS year in a tough Big 10 game on the road and Kofi gets 2 ticky tack fouls in the first 5 minutes?
Chad Fleck
- Eureka, IL
In watching through the extended highlights, there is some really good offense in there. Excellent, quick and efficient ball movement.
My favorite part of the game was when Kofi got a late shot clock Shaq dunk with his left hand and then on the next possession he got it in the lane with only average position, and kicked it to the corner with right into the shooting pocket of Grandison for a 3.
My favorite part of the game was when Kofi got a late shot clock Shaq dunk with his left hand and then on the next possession he got it in the lane with only average position, and kicked it to the corner with right into the shooting pocket of Grandison for a 3.
Payne would have to catch the ball and finish. He hasn’t shown me he can do that at all. He’s had opportunities. Hopefully that will change.
Bbv is a tremendous passer, there is your answer
And he was an absolute punk about it, too. He had his chance to be at Illinois, but Marky Mark told him they yell and make you run there.
Rinse out your mouth, too.
I would guess Dainja, if healthy, will be our starter next year. I also don't preclude us looking for another Big in the portal. Schollies will open up as they always do.
If Kofi gets 2 quick fouls, you have Payne, BBV, and also Hawk can help there. We're deeper at C than the vast majority of college basketball teams.
Luckily Kofi doesn't tend to foul a lot.