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Michigan State Spartans vs Illinois Fighting Illini Recap - Michigan State Wins 79-65
Michigan State got 23 points and 10 rebounds from Jaxon Kohler en route to a 79-65 victory over Illinois on Saturday at State Farm Center.
Michigan State was the ATS victor, as they covered the +6.0-point spread as an underdog.
Michigan State got 14 points from Tre Holloman and another 11 points from Jase Richardson. Jeremy Fears Jr. contributed 5 assists, while Jaxon Kohler cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Illinois got a 17-point performance from Kasparas Jakucionis, who was supported by 17 points from Morez Johnson Jr.. Will Riley had 6 assists in a losing cause for Illinois, while Tomislav Ivisic grabbed 7 rebounds.
Michigan State trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.
Michigan State had a 39-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Michigan State heads into a battle against Purdue. Illinois, meanwhile, will have their next action against Wisconsin.