Illinois hosts No. 11 Michigan State after Kasparas Jakucionis scored 24 points in Illinois’ 83-78 victory over the UCLA Bruins. The Fighting Illini are 11-3 on their home court. Illinois averages 11.

Two Saturdays ago, Michigan State was the Big Ten's only undefeated team. But with three losses in their last four games, it has taken a mere fortnight for the 11th-ranked Spartans (19-5, 10-3) to tumble into third place.

No. 11 Michigan State has a big test ahead against a familiar opponent in Illinois, this time on the road. Sophomore guard Coen Carr previewed the matchup when he addressed the media on Thursday.