A pair of notable Maryland alumni showed up for Friday's Illinois at Maryland men's basketball game.
ESPN broadcaster Scott Van Pelt and former Maryland men's basketball head coach Gary Williams were both in attendance on Friday.
Both are graduates of Maryland, and both were wearing gold for Maryland's Gold Rush game, where fans were encouraged to wear gold.
Williams was the Maryland men's basketball coach from 1989-2011, and he led Maryland to the 2001-02 NCAA Tournament national championship. Williams was also a Maryland player from 1964-67.
Illinois, ranked No. 16 in The Associated Press poll, went to 6-2 overall and 0-1 in the Big Ten. No. 22-ranked Maryland improved to 8-0 overall and 1-0 in the Big Ten.
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Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) shoots against Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) and forward Julian Reese during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland forward Donta Scott, right, shoots over Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Ian Martinez, front, handles the ball against Illinois guard Skyy Clark during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland forward Donta Scott (24) handles the ball against Illinois guard RJ Melendez during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr., front, goes to the basket for a layup during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Jayden Epps, center loses possession of the ball while being double-teamed by Maryland guards Don Carey (0) and Hakim Hart (13) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) goes to the basket and attempts to shoot against Maryland forward Donta Scott during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) reacts after making a 3-point basket as Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) looks on during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland forward Patrick Emilien, center left, and Illinois guard RJ Melendez, center right, compete for a rebound during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) reacts after making a 3-point basket during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) goes to the basket for a layup against two Maryland defenders during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md.
Illinois forward Dain Dainja (42) attempts a shot against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins shoots the ball against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois forward Dain Dainja (42) shoots the ball against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) gives guard Ian Martinez a high-five during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) shoots the ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) shoots the ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood looks on from the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland head coach Kevin Willard claps during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood, right, and assistant coach Geoff Alexander react to an object thrown on the court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland head coach Kevin Willard calls out plays for his team during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland forward Donta Scott, top, shoots against Illinois guard Skyy Clark (55) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr., upper left, dunks against several Maryland defenders during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland forward Donta Scott (24) has his shot blocked by Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) drives to the basket against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) shoots while defended by Illinois forward Dain Dainja (42) and guard RJ Melendez, right, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) reacts after making a 3-point basket during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) reacts after an Illinois turnover during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins, front right, attempts to shoot against Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) drives to the basket against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) is fouled by Illinois guard RJ Melendez, right, while attempting a shot during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Don Carey (0) attempts a 3-point basket against Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Jahmir Young, right, shoots against Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) is double-teamed by Maryland forward Donta Scott, center, and guard Jahmir Young, right, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) drives to the basket against Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) attempts a 3-point basket during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Skyy Clark (55) shoots a three point basket during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) drives to the basket against Maryland guard Hakim Hart during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) drives to the basket against Maryland forward Donta Scott (24) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Maryland.
Maryland's mascot Testudo waves the Maryland state flag before an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) handles the ball against Maryland guard Don Carey (0) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Skyy Clark (55) handles the ball against Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) controls the ball against Maryland guard Don Carey (0) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
ESPN analyst Scott Van Pelt, left, greets former Maryland head coach Gary Williams before an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) looks on during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois forward Dain Dainja (42) shoots the ball against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Hakim Hart shoots a three point basket during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) controls the ball against against Illinois during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) brings the ball up court during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Skyy Clark (55) looks on during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois forward Ty Rodgers (20) looks on during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md.
Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) drives to the basket against Maryland forward Julian Reese during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) looks on during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Former Maryland head coach Gary Williams looks on from the crowd during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins handles the ball against Maryland forward Julian Reese during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland forward Donta Scott (24) brings the ball up court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) handles the ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) jogs on the court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) brings the ball up court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Skyy Clark (55) handles the ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
The Maryland student section displays the State of Maryland flag during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland head coach Kevin Willard claps after a change of possession during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) shoots a free throw during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) looks on during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland forward Donta Scott handles the ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Don Carey (0) handles the ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) looks on during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland guard Hakim Hart jogs off the court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) walks on the court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
ESPN analyst Scott Van Pelt looks on from the crowd during an NCAA college basketball game between Maryland and Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Illinois guard Jayden Epps looks on during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
A spectator sits court side wearing bedazzaled Maryland State flag boots during an NCAA college basketball game between Maryland and Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Maryland forward Donta Scott (24) handles the ball against Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Big 10 Network basketball analyst Andy Katz does a live shot before an NCAA college basketball game between Maryland and Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
A look at Illinois vs. Maryland basketball on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022
Here is a look at the Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Maryland Terps men's basketball game on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022.
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Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) shoots against Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) and forward Julian Reese during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland forward Donta Scott, right, shoots over Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Ian Martinez, front, handles the ball against Illinois guard Skyy Clark during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland forward Donta Scott (24) handles the ball against Illinois guard RJ Melendez during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr., front, goes to the basket for a layup during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Jayden Epps, center loses possession of the ball while being double-teamed by Maryland guards Don Carey (0) and Hakim Hart (13) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) goes to the basket and attempts to shoot against Maryland forward Donta Scott during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) reacts after making a 3-point basket as Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) looks on during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland forward Patrick Emilien, center left, and Illinois guard RJ Melendez, center right, compete for a rebound during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) reacts after making a 3-point basket during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) goes to the basket for a layup against two Maryland defenders during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md.
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Illinois forward Dain Dainja (42) attempts a shot against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins shoots the ball against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois forward Dain Dainja (42) shoots the ball against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) gives guard Ian Martinez a high-five during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) shoots the ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) shoots the ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois head coach Brad Underwood looks on from the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland head coach Kevin Willard claps during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois head coach Brad Underwood, right, and assistant coach Geoff Alexander react to an object thrown on the court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland head coach Kevin Willard calls out plays for his team during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland forward Donta Scott, top, shoots against Illinois guard Skyy Clark (55) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr., upper left, dunks against several Maryland defenders during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland forward Donta Scott (24) has his shot blocked by Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) drives to the basket against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) shoots while defended by Illinois forward Dain Dainja (42) and guard RJ Melendez, right, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) reacts after making a 3-point basket during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) reacts after an Illinois turnover during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins, front right, attempts to shoot against Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) drives to the basket against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) is fouled by Illinois guard RJ Melendez, right, while attempting a shot during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Don Carey (0) attempts a 3-point basket against Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Jahmir Young, right, shoots against Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) is double-teamed by Maryland forward Donta Scott, center, and guard Jahmir Young, right, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) drives to the basket against Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) attempts a 3-point basket during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Skyy Clark (55) shoots a three point basket during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) drives to the basket against Maryland guard Hakim Hart during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) drives to the basket against Maryland forward Donta Scott (24) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Maryland.
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Maryland's mascot Testudo waves the Maryland state flag before an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Jayden Epps (3) handles the ball against Maryland guard Don Carey (0) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Skyy Clark (55) handles the ball against Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) controls the ball against Maryland guard Don Carey (0) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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ESPN analyst Scott Van Pelt, left, greets former Maryland head coach Gary Williams before an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) looks on during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois forward Dain Dainja (42) shoots the ball against Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Hakim Hart shoots a three point basket during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) controls the ball against against Illinois during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) brings the ball up court during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Skyy Clark (55) looks on during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois forward Ty Rodgers (20) looks on during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md.
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Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) drives to the basket against Maryland forward Julian Reese during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Hakim Hart (13) looks on during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Former Maryland head coach Gary Williams looks on from the crowd during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins handles the ball against Maryland forward Julian Reese during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland forward Donta Scott (24) brings the ball up court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) handles the ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) jogs on the court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Jahmir Young (1) brings the ball up court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Skyy Clark (55) handles the ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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The Maryland student section displays the State of Maryland flag during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland head coach Kevin Willard claps after a change of possession during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland forward Julian Reese (10) shoots a free throw during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) looks on during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland forward Donta Scott handles the ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Don Carey (0) handles the ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins (33) looks on during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland guard Hakim Hart jogs off the court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) walks on the court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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ESPN analyst Scott Van Pelt looks on from the crowd during an NCAA college basketball game between Maryland and Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Illinois guard Jayden Epps looks on during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Maryland, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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A spectator sits court side wearing bedazzaled Maryland State flag boots during an NCAA college basketball game between Maryland and Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Maryland forward Donta Scott (24) handles the ball against Illinois guard RJ Melendez (15) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
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Big 10 Network basketball analyst Andy Katz does a live shot before an NCAA college basketball game between Maryland and Illinois, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Brad Underwood is the Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball head coach. Kevin Willard is the current Maryland Terps men's basketball head coach.
Erik Hall is the digital sports editor at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. You can find him on Twitter @HallErik.
Erik Hall is the digital sports editor for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch