MSU Secures Big Ten Lead with 75-62 Victory Over Michigan

The Michigan State Spartans (22-5, 13-3 Big Ten) secured a significant 75-62 victory over the No. 12 Michigan Wolverines, ending their rivals' six-game winning streak and taking sole control of the Big Ten standings. Freshman Jase Richardson led the Spartans with 21 points, while Tre Holloman contributed 18 points, helping MSU outscore Michigan 41-24 in the second half after trailing at halftime. This win is part of a strong stretch for the Spartans, who have now defeated ranked opponents Illinois and Purdue as well. MSU's upcoming schedule remains challenging with games against No. 20 Maryland and No. 11 Wisconsin, both vying for top positions in the conference. Spartans' head coach Tom Izzo praised the team's resilience, noting the importance of their recent performances as they prepare for the final stretch of the regular season. The rivalry will continue with a rematch scheduled for March 9 at Breslin Center.