Michigan State Defeats Oakland 77-58 in Detroit

No. 20 Michigan State secured a 77-58 victory over Oakland, with sophomore Xavier Booker scoring a career-high 18 points, supported by Jaden Akins with 16 points and Jaxon Kohler's double-double of 14 points and 10 rebounds. The Spartans, who have won 23 consecutive games against Oakland, showed resilience after a rusty start due to a 10-day break, eventually dominating the second half with a strong defensive performance and a 51-31 rebounding advantage. Oakland's DQ Cole led his team with 17 points, but Michigan State's depth and strategic adjustments after halftime helped them pull away. The Spartans' win was marked by an 11-2 surge that solidified their lead, showcasing improved execution and defensive stops. Michigan State, now 9-2 this season, will next face Florida Atlantic, while Oakland will play against Cleveland State.