Illini entirely different ahead of second UConn meeting in Final Four: 'I wouldn't even call it a rematch'
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Key Points:
- Illinois suffered a decisive 74-61 loss to UConn on Black Friday, a game in which they never led and trailed by as many as 21 points.
- That loss marked a turning point for Illinois, leading to significant changes that have propelled them to their first Final Four appearance in 21 years.
- Illinois and UConn will face off again in the national semifinals at Lucas Oil Stadium, with both teams having evolved significantly since their November matchup.
- Illinois coach Brad Underwood noted that while some insights can be drawn from the earlier game tape, the teams are now dramatically different in style and approach.
- In the November game, Kylan Boswell led Illinois with 25 points, a season-high in shot attempts and scoring that he has not matched since.
