Illini win at home against Minnesota, Smith Back

Nice 59-49 win tonight against Minnesota. Box Score

Plus side for Illini:
-Jamar Smith showed he can shoot from the outside again, apparently he recovered from the flu earlier in the week
-Another good game for Pruitt, who was active inside against Minnesota
-Defense was solid, forcing low percentage shots by Minnesota
-McBride look good overall, including long range shooting
-Randle looked healthy and actually dunked the ball after a steal

Negatives:
-Had a hard time finishing off the game, almost let them back in it at the end
-Free throw shooting continues to be a disaster
-Warren Carter was cold shooting and is not as aggressive as earlier in the season
-Defensive rebounding seemed weak, letting Minnesota get lots of second chances