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Published Mar 5, 2021
PREVIEW: Illini close out regular season at Ohio State
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Brad Sturdy  •  OrangeandBlueNews
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After hammering Michigan on Tuesday, the Illini are back in action on Saturday in Columbus against the Ohio State Buckeyes.

The Buckeyes beat Illinois 87-81 back on January 16th in Champaign behind a career high 26 points from EJ Liddell. The Buckeyes have lost three straight, but they have lost to some excellent competition , losing to Michigan Ohio State and Iowa. Illini are winners of 10 of 11, including the huge win over Michigan.

All American guard Ayo Dosunmu has missed the past three games, all Illini wins, but is expected to play following his facial injury against Michigan State 11 days ago.

Here’s a look at the matchup.

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