Illinois vs. Missouri
Illinois secured a narrow 80-77 victory over Missouri, thanks in large part to Kasparas Jakucionis' stellar performance. Jakucionis scored 21 points, including the go-ahead basket with just 28 seconds left in the game. This win showcased Illinois' resilience and ability to close out tight games.
UCLA vs. Arizona
No. 24 UCLA staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Arizona 57-54. Despite a poor shooting afternoon, the Bruins rallied from a 13-point deficit midway through the second half. Tyler Bilodeau was instrumental, scoring 17 points and making crucial shots down the stretch. Skyy Clark added 15 points and grabbed an offensive rebound with eight seconds left, converting two free throws to seal the win. Arizona's KJ Lewis missed a potential game-tying 3-pointer in the final seconds, securing UCLA's eighth straight victory.
Key Performances
- Kasparas Jakucionis (Illinois): 21 points
- Tyler Bilodeau (UCLA): 17 points
- Skyy Clark (UCLA): 15 points
- Jaden Bradley (Arizona): 12 points
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