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Deon Thomas and Andy Kaufmann keyed a late rally that gave Illinois an 86-78 overtime victory over Dayton on Wednesday night in the first round of the Great Alaska Shootout.

The score was tied, 70-70, at the end of regulation. Thomas and Kaufmann each sank three field goals to give Illinois the lead.

Thomas led Illinois with 25 points and Kaufmann added 18.

In a game Thursday, Oregon defeated Alaska Anchorage, 96-73.

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