Illinois Fighting Illini advance in NCAA Tournament with help from Blake Fagbemi
By R. R. Hagan
On Thursday, March 26, the Illinois Fighting Illini, featuring former Benet Academy standout Blake Fagbemi, secured a 65-55 victory over the Houston Cougars in the NCAA Tournament.
The matchup was held at the Toyota Center at 9:05 p.m.
Illinois is scheduled to return to the Toyota Center for their next game on Saturday, March 28, at 5:10 p.m.
Blake Fagbemi — Guard — Freshman — 6′0″ — 180 — Hometown: Lisle