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Illini takes down Bethune-Cookman 85-52

By Jeff Mayfield

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[December 30, 2022] 

The Illinois Fighting Illini used a 10-0 run to start the game and were never in any serious danger as they beat Bethune-Cookman 85-52 last night at the SFC.

Dain Dainja had a career high 22 points and 6 rebounds, 4 blocks and 4 steals while Coleman Hawkins turned in his 3rd double double of the year with 11 points and 11 rebounds.

Terrance Shannon, Jr. had 13 points and Jayden Epps added 10. Sencire Harris got his first start of the year and brought a ton of energy to the Illini.

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This victory takes the Illini record to 9-4 before returning to Big Ten play Wednesday at Northwestern.

[By JEFF MAYFIELD]

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