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No. 5 Illinois Routs Northwestern for 12th Straight Win
Illini dominate with torrid 3-point shooting and balanced scoring attack
Feb. 4, 2026 at 10:55pm
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Fifth-ranked Illinois cruised to an 84-44 victory over in-state rival Northwestern, extending their winning streak to 12 games. Andrej Stojakovic led five Illini players in double figures with 17 points, while the team shot 48.3% from the field and connected on 17 3-pointers. Northwestern struggled offensively, shooting just 29.2% and failing to reach its previous season low in points.
Why it matters
Illinois' dominant win over Northwestern showcases the Illini's impressive depth and 3-point shooting prowess, cementing their status as one of the top teams in the Big Ten. The loss continues Northwestern's struggles in conference play as they look to turn things around.
The details
Illinois jumped out to a big lead early, going on a 25-2 run midway through the first half that included 3-pointers from five different players. The Illini led 47-19 at halftime and cruised to the 40-point victory. Ben Humrichous, Zvonimir Ivisic and Keaton Wagler each scored 13 points for Illinois, while David Mirkovic added 12. Northwestern's leading scorer Nick Martinelli was held to just 4 points on 2-of-10 shooting.
- The game was played on Wednesday, February 5, 2026 in Champaign, Illinois.
The players
Andrej Stojakovic
A key player for the fifth-ranked Illinois Illini, scoring a team-high 17 points in the victory.
Nick Martinelli
The leading scorer in the Big Ten, held to just 4 points on 2-of-10 shooting for Northwestern.
Tomislav Ivisic
Grabbed 12 rebounds and dished out 5 assists for the Illini.
The takeaway
Illinois' dominant performance showcases their status as one of the top teams in the Big Ten, with their balanced scoring attack and impressive 3-point shooting proving too much for an overmatched Northwestern squad. The Illini's 12th straight win solidifies their position as a contender for the conference title and a high seed in the NCAA Tournament.
