CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) -- Illinois men's team had a bigg win to open up the season Monday nights as they defeated Jackson state 113 to 55.

Still missing a few key guys to their rotation it is next guy up mentality.

They out rebounded the Tigers 61-19,lead by David Mirkovic with 14 rebounds.

David is also the first freshman since Kofi to record a double double in debute.

The men are back on the court Friday at the State Farm Center as the host Florida Golf Coast. Tip off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

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