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Best photos from MSU Basketball’s OT win over North Carolina in Maui Invitational

Check out some of the best photos from the Spartans’ victory over North Carolina in the Maui Invitational

Michigan State basketball picked up a massive win in its final game out in Maui.

The Spartans led nearly the entire way, but needed overtime to top North Carolina in the third-place game of the Maui Invitational. Michigan State blew a late lead but was able to outplay the Tar Heels in overtime for the 94-91 win.

With the win, Michigan State improved to 6-2 overall this year. The Spartans finished in third place in the Maui Invitational and will leave the islands with a 2-1 record during the three-game tournament.

Check out some of the best photos from the Spartans’ victory below:

MSU guard Jase Richardson ruled out vs. UNC in Maui Invitational

Michigan State basketball will be without one of its top players in Wednesday night’s Maui Invitational matchup against North Carolina

Michigan State basketball will be without one of its top players in Wednesday night’s Maui Invitational matchup against North Carolina.

The Spartans have ruled freshman guard Jase Richardson out for the third-place game against the Tar Heels. Richardson “developed symptoms from an elbow to the head” that sound similar to a concussion, per the statement from the team. However, it was not officially stated that Richardson has a concussion.

Click here to see the official statement from the Spartans, per 247Sports’ reporter Stephen Brooks.

Richardson is averaging 10.4 points per game in his young career with the Spartans. He had a career-high 18 points in the Spartans’ loss against Memphis on Tuesday.

Tipoff between the Spartans and Tar Heels is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday. The game will be televised on ESPN2.

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How to watch MSU Basketball vs. North Carolina today: Time, TV channel, Prediction

It’s Michigan State basketball vs. North Carolina tonight from the Maui Invitational. Here’s how to watch, including time, and streaming info

Michigan State basketball will wrap up its stay in Maui in the third-place game on Wednesday night against blueblood program North Carolina.

The Spartans fell in yesterday’s semi-finals matchup against Memphis, but will still have the pleasure of facing another big-time opponent in the Tar Heels. Michigan State is now 5-2 overall on the year following the loss to Memphis.

North Carolina is also looking to rebound from a loss on Tuesday, with the Tar Heels being outclassed by hot Auburn in the semi-finals. North Carolina is 4-2 overall on the year, with a common loss as the Spartans to No. 1 Kansas.

Here’s how to watch the Michigan State basketball game, including time, TV schedule and streaming information:

What channel is Michigan State vs. North Carolina game on today? Time, TV schedule

TV Channel: ESPN2

Start time: 9:30 p.m. ET

Michigan State vs. North Carolina predictions, picks, odds

Michigan State 73, North Carolina 79: Michigan State should keep this one a lot closer than when these two teams last met in last year’s NCAA Tournament. But I again fear the Spartans’ inconsistent (and often down-right-bad this year) outside shooting will hinder them in this matchup of power programs. Tar Heels edge out Michigan State late to secure a disappointing trip to Maui for the Spartans.

ODDS: North Carolina -4.5

O/U: 156.5

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Best photos from MSU Basketball’s win over Colorado in Maui Invitational

Check out some of the best photos from Michigan State basketball’s victory over Colorado in the Maui Invitational

Michigan State basketball took care of business in Monday’s Maui Invitational first round matchup with Colorado.

The Spartans were the better team most of the night, cruising to a _-_ victory over the Buffalos to advance to the semifinals of this iconic tournament. Michigan State will face Memphis on Tuesday in the semifinals.

The first half was back-and-forth for most of the frame, but Michigan State was able to build up a double-digit lead at the break thanks to a strong finish. The Spartans ended the half on a 17-4 run, which resulted in a 38-25 lead at halftime.

Colorado hit a few shots right out of the break, but never got the game closer than seven points in the second half. Michigan State led by as many as 20 points in the second half.

Check out some of the best photos from this matchup between Michigan State and Colorado below:

Tipoff pushed back for MSU-Colorado in Maui Invitational

Michigan State basketball fans will have to wait a little bit longer to watch the Spartans in Maui.

Michigan State basketball fans will have to wait a little bit longer to watch the Spartans in Maui.

The Michigan State-Colorado Maui Invitational first-round matchup will tipoff at approximately 5:45 p.m. ET. The Spartans’ game was originally scheduled for 5 p.m. ET but was pushed back due to the UConn-Memphis game going to overtime.

The matchup between the Spartans and Buffalos will be televised on ESPN2.

The winner of this matchup between Michigan State and Colorado will face Memphis at 6 p.m. ET on Tuesday. The loser will face UConn at 3 p.m. ET on Tuesday.

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MSU-Colorado Prediction, Matchup Analysis from LSJ’s Graham Couch

Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal provides his prediction for MSU Basketball vs. Colorado on Monday

Michigan State basketball tips off its three-game stay in Maui on Monday afternoon in an intriguing matchup against Colorado.

The Spartans are one of eight teams in a loaded Maui Invitational field. Michigan State and Colorado will take the court in the second game of the day at 5 p.m. ET. The game will be televised on ESPN2.

Michigan State comes into this game with a 4-1 overall record, with its lone loss coming against No. 1 Kansas. Colorado is a perfect 4-0 on the year, but has yet to face a major opponent this season.

Michigan State is listed as an 8.5-point favorite in this game.

Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal is back again to offer his thoughts on this matchup between Michigan State and Colorado. Click here to see how Couch believes this game will play out and who he has winning in the end.

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How to watch MSU Basketball vs. Colorado today: Time, TV channel, Prediction

It’s Michigan State basketball vs. Colorado today from the Maui Invitational. Here’s how to watch, including time, and streaming info

Michigan State basketball is back in Maui.

The Spartans return to the Maui Invitational on Monday, with a first round matchup against Colorado. Michigan State last played in the Maui Invitational in 2019, and will be the sixth time the Spartans have played in this iconic event.

Michigan State comes into this matchup with a 4-1 overall record, and wins in its last two games. Colorado is a perfect 4-0 on the year, but has yet to face a non-mid major opponent thus far.

The winner of this matchup between the Spartans and Buffalos will play the winner of UConn and Memphis on Tuesday.

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What channel is Michigan State vs. Colorado game on today? Time, TV schedule

TV Channel: ESPN2

Start time: 5 p.m. ET

Michigan State vs. Colorado predictions, picks, odds

Michigan State 76, Colorado 72: This is a hard one to predict, with Colorado yet to face a true challenging opponent on the year. On paper, though, Michigan State is the better team and I anticipate their early season tests will better prepare them than the Buffs for this Maui Invitational opener.
ODDS: Michigan State -5.5

O/U: 145.5

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Official 2024 Maui Invitational bracket released on Tuesday

We officially know who Michigan State basketball will play in the upcoming 2024 Maui Invitational

We officially know who Michigan State basketball will play in the upcoming 2024 Maui Invitational.

Michigan State will face Colorado in the first round of the 2024 Maui Invitational. This matchup was reported by Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports on Monday, but was made official on Tuesday.

The Spartans’ matchup with Colorado will tipoff at 5 p.m. ET on November 25. The three-game tournament takes place from November 25 – 27.

Depending on the results of the Spartans’ matchup with the Buffs, they’ll face either Memphis or two-time defending National Champions UConn in the second round. The other side of the bracket includes Iowa State, North Carolina, Auburn and Dayton.

Check out the complete bracket for the tournament below:

Check out the complete bracket pairing in the fun video below:

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