Impact Hawkins closed with 13 points, nine rebounds and three steals as the Fighting Illini came up short against the Boilermakers. The 6-foot-10 senior has started in 26 games for Illinois this season, averaging 13.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.1 blocks on 31.6 minutes per game. A menace on the defensive end, Hawkins will look to help Illinois close out the season with a win over Iowa on Sunday.
MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE