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Illinois Defeats Indiana in Big Ten Matchup
No. 8 Illinois Fighting Illini top Indiana Hoosiers 92-90 in overtime thriller
Feb. 15, 2026 at 5:23pm
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The No. 8 Illinois Fighting Illini defeated the Indiana Hoosiers 92-90 in overtime in a Big Ten matchup on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois. The Illini overcame a late comeback by the Hoosiers to win their 21st game of the season.
Why it matters
This was an important Big Ten conference game between two longtime rivals. Illinois was looking to bounce back after dropping their last two games in overtime, while Indiana was aiming to build on their recent five-game winning streak. The outcome of this game could have significant implications for the Big Ten standings and NCAA tournament seeding.
The details
Illinois led by as many as 10 points in the second half, but Indiana battled back to force overtime. In the extra period, the Illini were able to make the necessary plays down the stretch to secure the victory. Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. led all scorers with 27 points, while Indiana's Trayce Jackson-Davis had a double-double with 22 points and 12 rebounds.
- The game tipped off at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
- Illinois and Indiana last met on January 18, 2026, with Illinois winning 85-78.
The players
Terrence Shannon Jr.
A junior guard for the Illinois Fighting Illini who led all scorers with 27 points in the game.
Trayce Jackson-Davis
A senior forward for the Indiana Hoosiers who recorded a double-double with 22 points and 12 rebounds.
Illinois Fighting Illini
The No. 8 ranked team in the country, playing at home in Champaign, Illinois.
Indiana Hoosiers
A Big Ten rival of Illinois, looking to build on their recent five-game winning streak.
What they’re saying
“We knew it was going to be a battle against a tough Indiana team, but I'm proud of the way our guys fought and made the plays we needed to win this one.”
— Brad Underwood, Illinois Head Coach
“It's a tough loss, but we showed a lot of fight to come back and force overtime. We'll learn from this and get ready for our next challenge.”
— Mike Woodson, Indiana Head Coach
What’s next
Illinois will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a high seed in the Big Ten tournament and NCAA tournament. Indiana will try to rebound in their next game as they aim to solidify their own postseason positioning.
The takeaway
This was an exciting Big Ten battle between two talented teams that came down to the wire. Illinois showed its ability to make winning plays in crunch time, while Indiana demonstrated its resilience in fighting back from a double-digit deficit. The outcome keeps Illinois in the hunt for a top spot in the conference standings.
