Illinois State’s NIT performance won’t quiet the crowd that thinks the Redbirds never belonged in the NCAA Tournament. The top-seeded Redbirds blew an 18-point lead at home against fourth-seeded UCF in the second round Monday, and the game was decided on an ill-advised defensive play…
Behind a career night for senior guard Jay Harris, UIC (3-7) ended its three-game losing streak Thursday with a 71-60 win against UCF (5-3). The Flames had lost six straight games against Division I opponents. “Tonight was the most complete game we have played all season,”…
CHICAGO — UIC coach Howard Moore was furious after his team’s effort in a loss Tuesday to Grand Canyon. He thought the Flames played with a bit more intensity Saturday in a 77-67 loss to city-rival Loyola, but they still left a lot to be desired.…
UIC is coming off a very poor season that saw only six wins total. The Flames have a better group this season, although whether the group is slightly better or significantly better will depend on the impact of Howard Moore‘s six newcomers. The new-look Flames…
