Summary
During an NCAA tournament game between VCU and Illinois, the VCU band's conductor attracted attention by wearing a Michael Jordan jersey. VCU had previously defeated North Carolina in the tournament, but lost to Illinois 76-55. The game saw strong performances from Illinois players, while VCU struggled with shooting and turnovers.
Key Facts
- The VCU band's conductor wore a Michael Jordan jersey during the game.
- VCU defeated North Carolina, a No. 6 seed, earlier in the tournament.
- Illinois beat VCU with a score of 76-55.
- The VCU Rams struggled, shooting only 35% and had 10 turnovers.
- Illinois' player Andrej Stojakovic scored 21 points in the game.
- VCU’s Barry Evans was the only starter with double-digit points, scoring 11.
- Illinois outrebounded VCU 45-29 during the game.
- Illinois head coach Brad Underwood praised the team's first-half defense.
