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March Madness - Michigan State Downs New Mexico 71-63 - Match Report

Michigan State grabbed a 71-63 win over New Mexico on Sunday, behind a 16-point effort from Jaden Akins at Rocket Arena.

Michigan State was the ATS victor, as they covered the -6.5-point spread as a favorite.

Tre Holloman had 14 points for Michigan State and Frankie Fidler chipped in with 10 points. Tre Holloman had 4 assists for them, while Carson Cooper was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

New Mexico got 16 points from Nelly Junior Joseph in a losing cause and another 14 points from Mustapha Amzil. Donovan Dent contributed 6 assists for them, while Nelly Junior Joseph had 7 rebounds.

Michigan State trailed at halftime, 31-30.

Michigan State had a 31-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.