Michigan State tops Michigan 75-72, claims Big Ten lead

In a heated rivalry matchup, No. 14 Michigan State defeated No. 12 Michigan 75-62 at Crisler Center, taking sole possession of first place in the Big Ten. Jase Richardson led the Spartans with 21 points, while Tre Holloman added 18, showcasing MSU's depth with a bench scoring advantage of 31-13. The Spartans overcame a halftime deficit, going ahead for good with a key dunk early in the second half. Michigan's Vladislav Goldin scored 21 points, but the Wolverines suffered their first loss in seven games. The night also marked a celebration for Michigan's first-year coach Dusty May, who signed a contract extension just hours before the game. The rivalry continues with a rematch scheduled for March 9 at Michigan State's Breslin Center.