Michigan State Defeats Northwestern 78-68

The No. 16 Michigan State Spartans extended their winning streak to nine games with a 78-68 victory over Northwestern, maintaining their perfect record in the Big Ten. The Spartans dominated the first half, leading 47-28 at halftime, but struggled in the second half, managing only two field goals in the final six minutes. Key contributions came from senior guard Jaden Akins, freshman guard Jase Richardson, and redshirt freshman Jeremy Fears Jr., who all scored in double figures. Meanwhile, the UCLA Bruins, currently on a three-game losing streak, are looking for a crucial win against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. They will be relying heavily on standout player Bilodeau, who leads the team in scoring, to help regain their momentum. Both teams are navigating challenges, with Michigan State working to improve their second-half performance and UCLA seeking to rediscover their team identity.