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Illinois State Eliminates Wake Forest in NIT with Late Three-Pointer
Illinois State secured a 78-75 victory over Wake Forest in the NIT on Sunday, decided by a late three-point shot. This game may mark the final collegiate appearance for Wake Forest's Juke Harris, who is projected as a potential NBA draft pick.
On Sunday, Illinois State defeated Wake Forest 78-75 in an NIT contest held in Winston-Salem. The decisive moment occurred with 1.7 seconds remaining when Johnny Kinziger of Illinois State made a three-point shot from the left wing, securing the win. Illinois State, now with a 22-12 record, is set to advance to the quarterfinals where they will face Dayton. For Wake Forest, whose season concluded with an 18-17 record, Tre'Von Spillers led their scoring effort. Juke Harris, a sophomore wing, contributed significantly for Wake Forest, and analysts widely consider him a prospective first-round selection in the upcoming NBA Draft, making this potentially his last collegiate game.
Key Facts
- Illinois State defeated Wake Forest 78-75 in the NIT on Sunday.
- Johnny Kinziger hit the winning three-pointer for Illinois State with 1.7 seconds left.
- Ty Pence led Illinois State's scoring with 23 points, shooting 8 of 11 from the field.
- Tre'Von Spillers was Wake Forest's top scorer with 24 points.
- Juke Harris contributed 20 points, eight rebounds, and four assists for Wake Forest.
- Harris, a 6-foot-7 sophomore, is rated by several analysts as a first-round NBA Draft prospect.
- Illinois State, now 22-12, will proceed to play Dayton in the quarterfinals.
- Wake Forest concluded their season with an 18-17 record following the loss.
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- Salisbury Post — College men's basketball: Wake loses in NIT, may be final college game for Juke - Salisbury Post