Brad Underwood emotional over Illinois' Final Four loss: 'They are my life'
Illinois coach Brad Underwood expressed his sadness and pride after the team's 71-62 loss to UConn in the Final Four. The loss marked the end of a successful season for the Fighting Illini, who had beaten every team they faced in the tournament by double-digits until facing the Huskies.
Illinois lost to UConn 71-62 in the Final Four on April 4. The Huskies denied passing lanes and made things difficult for Illinois' offense, limiting them to only three assists. Illinois coach Brad Underwood was emotional after the game, feeling sad but also proud of his team's season. The Fighting Illini had a successful run, beating every team they faced in the tournament by double-digits until facing UConn. Underwood praised his team's effort and noted the difficulty of playing against the Huskies, who have given Illinois trouble in recent years. The loss marked the end of a successful season for the Fighting Illini.
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