UNI had four players score double-figures and the Panthers beat Illinois-Chicago 73-57 in the quarterfinals of the MVC Hoops in the Heartland Tournament on Friday night.

The Panthers had an 8-point lead heading into the fourth quarter and saw that advantage dwindle to three before finishing with a 19-6 run to win the game.

UNI shot 51% from the field and were a sizzling 18 of 20 at the free throw line. Grace Boffeli had 23 points and 8 rebounds to lead the Panthers. Emerson Green added 11 points, five rebounds, and 2 steals.

UNI improved to 22-8 on the season. The Panthers will now take on Belmont in the semifinals on Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

Illinois-Chicago was led by 13 points and 5 rebounds from Josie Filer. The Flames fell to 18-15 on the season.