Michigan State basketball kept its winning streak alive in an impressive neutral site victory over Rutgers from Madison Square Garden on Saturday.
Michigan State led throughout most of the game, but didn’t pull away until halfway in the second half. Michigan State was able to fend off a late rally from Rutgers to hold on for the 81-74 victory.
Michigan State was led offensively by Jase Richardson, who finished the game with 20 points off the bench. Coen Carr (14 points) and Jaden Akins (12 points) also reached double-digits in points in the win.
With the win, Michigan State improves to 17-2 overall and 8-0 in Big Ten play. The Spartans have now won 12 straight games.
Michigan State will return to the court on Tuesday in a home game against Minnesota. Tipoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET and will be available to stream on Peacock.
Check out some of the best photos from the Spartans’ __ against Rutgers on Saturday:
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