COLLEGE PARK -- Illinois was in possession against Maryland at Comcast Center on Wednesday night when the ball swung to Greivis Vasquez's man. Priming himself to play defense, Vasquez leaned forward, slapped both palms on the court and howled.

The sophomore guard was posturing neither for the television cameras nor his opponent.

Maryland vs. VCU Tonight, 7:30, Verizon Center, Washington, MASN, 1300 AM Line: Maryland by 3 1/2