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Guyton's three-point explosion leads Illinois past Wisconsin
Aaliyah Guyton set a new career-high with 22 points, including a perfect 6-for-6 from three-point range.
Feb. 12, 2026 at 1:47am
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Aaliyah Guyton had a historic night, knocking down six three-pointers without a miss to lead Illinois to a victory over Wisconsin. Guyton scored a career-high 22 points, helping the Fighting Illini pull away in the second half.
Why it matters
Guyton's performance was crucial in Illinois' Big Ten win, as the team looks to clinch a strong seed in the conference tournament. Her ability to space the floor and knock down open shots opened up driving lanes for her teammates.
The details
Guyton got off to a hot start, hitting two three-pointers in the first half. She continued her strong shooting in the second half, draining four more triples to set a new career-high. Illinois as a team caught fire in the third quarter, hitting 11 straight shots to build a big lead.
- Guyton hit two three-pointers in the first half.
- Guyton hit a midrange jumper early in the third quarter to push Illinois' lead to 18.
- Guyton hit her fourth three-pointer of the night a few possessions later to set a new career-high with 14 points.
- Guyton opened the fourth quarter with her fifth three-pointer to break her overall career-high.
- Guyton later drilled her sixth three-pointer without a miss to finish the game 6-for-6 from beyond the arc.
The players
Aaliyah Guyton
A guard for the Illinois Fighting Illini women's basketball team who had a career-high 22 points, including a perfect 6-for-6 shooting from three-point range.
Berry Wallace
An Illinois player who benefited from the driving lanes opened up by Guyton's three-point shooting.
Maddie Webber
An Illinois player who also benefited from the driving lanes opened up by Guyton's three-point shooting.
What’s next
Illinois will look to build on this win as they push to clinch a strong seed in the upcoming Big Ten tournament.
The takeaway
Guyton's historic shooting performance was a key factor in Illinois' victory, showcasing her ability to space the floor and open up opportunities for her teammates. The Fighting Illini's strong team effort in the second half allowed them to pull away for the conference win.
