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Mirkovic's 13 points, 10 rebounds help No. 20 Illinois top Penn State 73-65 at Philly's Palestra

January 4, 2026

No. 20 Illinois secured a 73-65 victory over Penn State at the Palestra, with Kylan Boswell leading the team with 18 points and David Mirkovic contributing a double-double of 13 points and 10 rebounds. Despite a strong start, Illinois allowed Penn State to make a comeback in the second half but ultimately held on for the win, improving to 2-1 in Big Ten play.

Mirkovic's 13 points, 10 rebounds help No. 20 Illinois top Penn State 73-65 at Philly's Palestra

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Key Highlights

Illinois is now 11-3 overall and 2-1 in Big Ten play.
Kylan Boswell was the top scorer for Illinois with 18 points.
David Mirkovic recorded a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds.
Penn State fell to 9-5 and remains winless in the Big Ten at 0-3.
Illinois shot better from the field and had more opportunities at the free-throw line.

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Mirkovic's 13 points, 10 rebounds help No. 20 Illinois top Penn State 73-65 at Philly's Palestra

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