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Michigan State vs Rutgers Final: 81-74 - Recap

Michigan State got 20 points from Jase Richardson as they ran past Rutgers 81-74 on Saturday at Madison Square Garden.

Michigan State earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -8.0-point spread.

Michigan State got 14 points from Coen Carr and another 12 points from Jaden Akins. Tre Holloman contributed 6 assists, while Coen Carr cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.

Rutgers got a 26-point performance from Jordan Derkack, who was supported by 18 points from Ace Bailey. Tyson Acuff had 2 assists in a losing cause for Rutgers, while Ace Bailey grabbed 9 rebounds.

Michigan State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Michigan State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 40-30.

Next game, Michigan State takes its act home to face Minnesota looking for another win. For Rutgers, they head on the road to face Northwestern.