Michigan State rallies past Oregon 86-74, Richardson scores 29

In a thrilling comeback, No. 9 Michigan State defeated Oregon 86-74, with freshman Jase Richardson scoring a career-high 29 points, including 18 in the second half. The Spartans, who trailed by 14 points at halftime, rebounded dramatically, tying coach Tom Izzo with Bob Knight for the most Big Ten wins at 353. The first half saw Michigan State struggle without starting point guard Jeremy Fears, allowing Oregon to score a season-high 50 points. The second half showcased a different Spartans team, starting with a 12-0 run that shifted the momentum in their favor. Alongside Richardson, Jaxon Kohler contributed a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds, while Tre Holloman and Jaden Akins added 13 and 10 points, respectively. Michigan State will host Indiana next, looking to maintain their position in the Big Ten standings.