News Summary

• Illinois reached the Final Four for the first time since 2005 with a 71-59 win over Iowa.
• The win came from physical advantages and sustained control in the paint late.
• The victory sets up a high-profile matchup against the winner of the other Elite Eight game involving Tennessee and Michigan.
• The Illini’s size-and-defense profile likely central to how the next round unfolds.
• The game was delayed by a buzzer-beating incident, but the game went on as planned.