Illinois vs Iowa score, highlights: Illini advance to Final Four after late push

The Illinois Fighting Illini have advanced to the Final Four with a 71-59 win over the Iowa Hawkeyes in the South Region final. Illinois' Keaton Wagler and Iowa's Bennett Stirtz led their teams with 25 and 24 points, respectively, in a game that featured 13 lead changes.
Illinois and Iowa played a close game with 13 lead changes. Illinois won 71-59, advancing to the Final Four. Keaton Wagler scored 25 points for Illinois, while Bennett Stirtz scored 24 for Iowa. The game was intense, with both teams trading leads throughout. Illinois ultimately outscored Iowa 43-27 in the second half. This is Illinois' first Final Four appearance in 21 years.
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