ESPN’s analytics are calling Illinois’ Big Ten opener at Ohio State a virtual coin flip, even though the Illini outrank the Buckeyes in almost every stat. This is Illinois’ first real road game of the season, and for several players, their first-ever Big Ten road test. Value City Arena isn’t known as the toughest place to play, but conference games have a way of exposing what a team is really made of. Can Illinois handle the pressure and prove they’re ready to win tough games away from home? Let’s see what you think—will the Illini step up or stumble in Columbus? #Sports #IllinoisBasketball #BigTen