Shannon, Domask lead Illinois to blowout win in Big Ten opener

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — That’s how it’s done on the road.

After a six-game home stretch to start the season, Illinois headed to Rutgers on Saturday afternoon for its Big Ten game of the season.

The Illini hadn’t won at Jersey Mike’s Arena since 2018, but that changed on Saturday. Despite surrendering a big lead in the first half, Terrence Shannon Jr. and Marcus Domask’s 38 combined points led a second-half charge en route to a 76-58 win.

Shannon did everything for Illinois (6-1, 1-0 Big Ten), finishing with 21 points (8-13 FG) and 10 rebounds — his first double-double of the season — along with three assists and two blocks.

While Shannon led the way, the win was a team effort for Brad Underwood’s squad. In a tough environment, Illinois took it to Rutgers (5-2, 0-1 Big Ten), outscoring them 40-26 in the paint and winning the rebound battle by an overwhelming 55-27 margin.

Domask was the only other Illini scoring in double digits, adding 15 points (6-13 FG) and 7…