"David Mirkovic had 14 points and 10 rebounds, leading Illinois to a 65-55 victory over Houston, eliminating last year's national runner-up from the NCAA tournament."
"Illinois finished well under the 84.7 points a game it averaged entering Thursday, but its offense was still powerful enough to send Houston back to its nearby campus."
"The team shot just 34% in its lowest-scoring game of the season, with star freshman point guard Kingston Flemings contributing 11 points on 4-of-10 shooting."
"Illinois will meet ninth-seeded Iowa in the Elite Eight, marking the Illini's 11th appearance in this round and their second in three seasons under Brad Underwood."
Illinois secured a 65-55 victory over Houston in the NCAA tournament, showcasing strong defense and effective scoring. David Mirkovic led with 14 points and 10 rebounds, while Keaton Wagler added 13 points and 12 rebounds. Houston struggled offensively, shooting only 34%, marking their lowest-scoring game of the season. Illinois will face Iowa in the Elite Eight, marking their 11th appearance in this round. The Illini's 17-0 run in the second half was pivotal in their win, as they celebrated with their fans after the game.
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