Hogs, Calipari still looking for same production out of freshmen as Illini got against Razorbacks
KANSAS CITY, Mo.. — Arkansas fought hard for to try and get back in the game against Illinois in a wire-to-wire 90-77 loss, but freshman guard Kasparas Jakučionis ran the offense for the Illini in the second half had all the answers. Jakučionis scored 14 straight points for Illinois starting at the 7:48 point in the second half.
Will Riley, another freshman, despite only going 2-for-9 from the field and scoring five points, gave Illinois a vital third ball handler in key situations. Arkansas' freshmen struggled to find their footing. Boogie Fland was held 2-for-12 from the field and eight points. Karter Knox was held scoreless without a shot attempt in just 8 minutes.
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