Kansas Tops Michigan State in Champions Classic

Top-ranked Kansas defeated unranked Michigan State 77-69 in the Champions Classic in Atlanta, with Hunter Dickinson leading the Jayhawks with 28 points and 12 rebounds. Despite Michigan State's poor shooting, managing only 34.8% from the field and 3-for-24 from three-point range, they stayed competitive until the final minutes due to Kansas's own offensive struggles. Kansas improved to 3-0 on the season, while Michigan State fell to 2-1, with MSU's key players like Jaden Akins and Xavier Booker failing to make significant impacts. The game saw both teams displaying scrappy play, with many missed opportunities, particularly in the first half. Kansas coach Bill Self achieved his 591st win, surpassing Phog Allen for the most wins in the school's history. This victory sets up a highly anticipated game between Kansas and Duke in two weeks.