Feb. 12, 2012; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bruce Weber reacts in the first half against the Michigan Wolverines at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-US PRESSWIRE
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Ann Arbor, MI (Sports Network) - Tim Hardaway, Jr. led a balanced attack with 15 points, as No. 22 Michigan downed Illinois, 70-61, at Crisler Arena.
Trey Burke added 14 points, Evan Smotrycz had 13 and Zack Novak totaled 12 points with nine rebounds for the Wolverines (19-7, 9-4 Big Ten), winners in three of their last four.
Brandon Paul's game-best 21 points weren't enough for the Illini (16-9, 5-7), who skidded to their sixth loss in seven outings. Tyler Griffey clocked in with 18 points and Meyers Leonard pulled down 12 boards in defeat.
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