Feb. 26--The last time Illinois played Indiana it resulted in a livid John Groce complaining about his team's lack of pride in a 103-69 loss in Bloomington, Ind., on Jan. 19. It was the most points Illinois had given up since 1991.
The Illini have won just three games since then but have shown some improvement on defense. They're coming off a 69-60 loss at Wisconsin.
--The Illini have not won back to back Big Ten games since ending the home slate last season on Feb. 25 and March 4.
--No. 18 Indiana is the sixth top-25 opponent Illinois has played this season.
--Illinois has won 11 of the last 13 against Indiana in Champaign.
--The Illini have not been outrebounded in their last three games.
