The Illini win their 6th straight against Wisconsin 61-51 at the Kohl Center. Mike Carpenter and Brian Hanson react during the 2nd half in which a 12-point Illinois lead evaporated, only to be followed by a 17-2 run to put the game away. Matthew Mayer had 26 and Jayden Epps added 13, as Brad Underwood's team is now tied for 4th in the Big Ten.