VCU Rams vs Illinois Fighting Illini, NCAA Men's Basketball Championship South Region 2nd Round
| Team | 1H | 2H | T |
|---|---|---|---|
 VCU | 28 | 27 | 55 |
 ILL | 35 | 41 | 76 |
Who won: Illinois 76-55
The Illinois Fighting Illini beat the VCU Rams 76-55 in NCAA Men's Basketball Championship South Region 2nd Round on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. The Illinois outscored the VCU 41-27 in the 2nd half. Andrej Stojakovic led the Illinois in points (21). Terrence Hill Jr. led the VCU in points (17).
Team stats
VCUILL 23-66FG28-58
35Field Goal %48
7-323PT9-24
22Three Point %38
2-6FT11-17
33Free Throw %65
29Rebounds45
12Offensive Rebounds12
17Defensive Rebounds33
8Assists15
8Steals5
2Blocks7
10Turnovers11
0Team Turnovers0
10Total Turnovers11
1Technical Fouls0
1Total Technical Fouls0
0Flagrant Fouls0
17Points Off Turnovers11
8Fast Break Points8
28Points in Paint36
15Fouls14
2Largest Lead25
2Lead Changes2
1Percent Led90
