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Open Thread: Miami Vs Illinois in ACC/B1G Challenge

The 'Canes look to stay perfect Vs another undefeated, ranked opponent.

By Jerry Steinberg
Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

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Tale of the Tape:Sheldon McClellan/Rayvonte Rice

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When the 'Canes take on Illinois tonight at the BUC, two very talented 2 guard/wing players will square off. Which has the advantage?

Miami Basketball Opponent Preview: Illinois

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UM faces the Fighting Illini tomorrow night at 9 PM (ESPN2) as part of the ACC/B1G Challenge. We caught up with Jim Vainisi of The Champaign Room, SB Nation's University of Illinois site, and talked the game, the last time these two teams played, the challenge itself, and more.

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Tale of the Tape:Sheldon McClellan/Rayvonte Rice Miami Basketball Opponent Preview: Illinois

Some of the story lines to follow:

7-0 Vs 6-0

ACC Vs B1G

#17 Vs #24

McClellan Vs Rice

In a huge early season contest that should be both entertaining and important to SOS, RPI, Rankings, and more...  The 'Canes take on the Fighting Illini tonight at the BUC.

If you aren't there in person, hang out  right here with us at SOTU

Dec. 2, 2014 |  9 p.m.
BankUnited Center | Coral Gables, Fla.

TV: ESPN2
Radio: 560 WQAM  |  WVUM 90.5
Web: ESPN3

For more insight during the game, please keep an eye on the updates below from the best and brightest covering the 'Canes:

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