Illinois stunned No. 14 Maryland women’s basketball with a close 66-65 victory on Sunday by slowing down the Terps’ fast-paced game. Maryland struggled to score against the Illini’s deliberate offensive possessions, posting a season-low 65 points. Despite a strong start in the second half, Maryland couldn’t maintain their lead as Illinois capitalized on their subpar defense. The Illini’s strategy of running down the shot clock paid off with back-to-back three-pointers late in the game, securing their comeback win. Maryland missed a chance to secure a top-four spot in the conference and a double bye in the Big Ten tournament. Coach Brenda Frese acknowledged that other teams may adopt a similar approach to stifle Maryland’s offense. The Terps now head to the West Coast, facing off against Oregon, who will likely employ a similar game plan. Maryland will need to adjust its strategy to counter teams looking to slow down their fast-paced play style in future games.
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