Michigan State Defeats Oregon in Big Ten Quarters

Top-seeded Michigan State Spartans defeated the No. 8 seed Oregon Ducks 74-64 in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals, extending their winning streak to eight games. Jase Richardson led Michigan State with 17 points, while Jaden Akins and Jeremy Fears Jr. also contributed significantly. The Spartans capitalized on Oregon's rebounding struggles, securing 16 second-chance points to pull away in the second half. Despite Oregon's Nate Bittle's 22-point performance, the Ducks' eight-game winning streak ended. Michigan State will face either UCLA or Wisconsin in the semifinals. The game was characterized by Michigan State's aggressive play and strategic use of turnovers to maintain their lead.