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Watch MSU head coach Tom Izzo talk strong start in win vs. NW on Sunday

Watch MSU head coach Tom Izzo talk about the Spartans’ strong start in Sunday’s victory over Northwestern

It was Michigan State basketball’s fast start in the first half that led the way in a big-time road win over Northwestern on Sunday.

Michigan State used a 22-3 run and overall dominant performance in the first half to build a near-20 point advantage at the break. That’s what Spartans head coach Tom Izzo was impressed with following the 78-68 victory.

Michigan State got an all-around team effort, with Jaden Akins leading the Spartans in scoring with 14 points. Jase Richardson had 13 points to follow, and Jeremy Fears was right behind with 12 points and eight assists.

With the win, Michigan State is now 14-2 overall and 5-0 in Big Ten play. The Spartans have now won nine straight games and are tied with rival Michigan for first place in the Big Ten.

Hear what Izzo had to say about the Spartans’ fast start and overall performance in the win over Northwestern.

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Best photos from MSU Basketball’s road win over Northwestern

Check out some of the best photos from the Spartans’ victory over Northwestern on Sunday

Michigan State basketball extended its impressive winning streak to nine games in another road win on Sunday at Northwestern.

The Spartans used a dominant first half performance to get past pesty Northwestern on Sunday, winning by the final score of 78-68. The Spartans never trailed in the second half, and held a double-digit lead for most of the game.

With the win, Michigan State is now 14-2 overall and 5-0 in Big Ten play. The Spartans have now won nine straight games and are tied with rival Michigan for first place in the Big Ten.

Check out some of the best photos from the Spartans’ victory over Northwestern on Sunday:

MSU Basketball remains hot, handles Northwestern in road win

Michigan State basketball stays hot with another impressive road victory on Sunday

Michigan State basketball stays hot with another impressive road victory on Sunday.

The Spartans used a dominant first half performance to get past pesty Northwestern on Sunday, winning by the final score of 78-68. The Spartans never trailed in the second half, and held a double-digit lead for most of the game.

Michigan State blitzed the Wildcats in the first half to build a monster halftime lead. The Spartans used a 22-3 run to break open a tied game, and give Michigan State a 47-28 lead at the break.

Northwestern would cut into the Spartans’ lead during the second half, but never got the game closer than eight points.

Michigan State got an all-around team effort, with Jaden Akins leading the Spartans in scoring with 14 points. Jase Richardson had 13 points to follow, and Jeremy Fears was right behind with 12 points and eight assists.

With the win, Michigan State is now 14-2 overall and 5-0 in Big Ten play. The Spartans have now won nine straight games and are tied with rival Michigan for first place in the Big Ten.

Next up for the Spartans is a home matchup against Penn State on Wednesday. Tipoff from the Breslin Center is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET and the game will be televised on Big Ten Network.

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

It’s Michigan State basketball vs. Northwestern today in a Big Ten matchup. Here’s how to watch, including time, and streaming info

Michigan State basketball hits the road on Sunday afternoon looking to remain perfect in Big Ten play this year.

The Spartans head to Northwestern on Sunday, with an opportunity to continue its hot play as of late. Michigan State dominated Washington earlier this week to improve to 13-2 overall and 4-0 in Big Ten play. Michigan State has won eight straight games dating back to the Maui Invitational in November.

Northwestern comes into this game looking to get things back on track. The Wildcats have dropped their last two games, and now are 10-5 overall and 1-3 in Big Ten play.

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

What channel is the Michigan State vs. Northwestern on today? Time, TV schedule

TV Channel: FOX

Start time: 12 p.m. ET

Michigan State vs. Northwestern predictions, picks, odds

Michigan State 73, Northwestern 67: I keep waiting for the other shoe to drop with the Spartans, but maybe they’re just simply that good? Northwestern has already proven it can upset a big-time team at home (beat Illinois earlier this year) so this will be a battle. Ultimately, I think the Spartans’ defense is just good enough to earn the win.

ODDS: Michigan State -2.5

O/U: 137.5

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

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

Michigan State basketball heads to the Windy City on Sunday looking to remain perfect in Big Ten play.

The Spartans head to Northwestern on Sunday, with an opportunity to continue its hot play as of late. Michigan State dominated Washington earlier this week to improve to 13-2 overall and 4-0 in Big Ten play. Michigan State has won eight straight games dating back to the Maui Invitational in November.

Northwestern comes into this game looking to get things back on track. The Wildcats have dropped their last two games, and now are 10-5 overall and 1-3 in Big Ten play.

Michigan State is listed as a favorite in this matchup. Tipoff is scheduled for 12 p.m. ET on Sunday and the game will be televised on FOX.

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

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Prediction and betting odds for MSU Basketball vs. Northwestern on Sunday

Analyzing Sunday’s Michigan State-Northwestern game with odds and lines, predictions and best bets

Michigan State basketball will put its perfect conference record on the line in a tough road test at Northwestern on Sunday.

The Spartans head to Northwestern on Sunday, with an opportunity to continue its hot play as of late. Michigan State dominated Washington earlier this week to improve to 13-2 overall and 4-0 in Big Ten play. Michigan State has won eight straight games dating back to the Maui Invitational in November.

Northwestern comes into this game looking to get things back on track. The Wildcats have dropped their last two games, and now are 10-5 overall and 1-3 in Big Ten play.

Michigan State is listed as a road favorite over the Wildcats in this matchup.

Check out the game odds, prediction and viewing options below.

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Michigan State vs. Northwestern game odds:

All College Basketball Odds via BetMGM:

  • Point spread: Michigan State -2.5
  • Money line: Michigan State -142 / Northwestern +118
  • Over-under: 137.5

Michigan State vs. Northwestern prediction, pick

I keep waiting for the other shoe to drop with the Spartans, but maybe they’re just simply that good? Northwestern has already proven it can upset a big-time team at home (beat Illinois earlier this year) so this will be a battle. Ultimately, I think the Spartans’ defense is just good enough to earn the win.

Prediction: Michigan State 73, Northwestern 67

Michigan State vs. Northwestern channel, start time, streaming:

The Michigan State vs. Northwestern game starts at approximately 12 p.m. ET on Sunday and can be seen on FOX.

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Game time update for MSU Basketball’s matchup vs. NW this week

Tipoff time for the Spartans’ road matchup against Northwestern on Sunday has been finalized

Tipoff time for the Spartans’ road matchup against Northwestern on Sunday has been finalized.

Michigan State’s road game at Northwestern on Sunday will officially tip off at 12 p.m. ET. The game will be televised nationally on FOX.

This will be the only matchup between the Spartans and Wildcats this season. Both teams are currently in the mix for a spot in the 2025 NCAA Tournament.

Michigan State’s next game will be on Thursday against Washington. The Spartans go into that matchup with the Huskies on a seven-game winning streak.

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WATCH: Highlights from MSU basketball’s Senior Day win over Northwestern

Michigan State basketball was in a must-win situation on Wednesday night and they found a way to get it done

Michigan State basketball was in a must-win situation on Wednesday night and they found a way to get it done.

While it was ugly, the Spartans were able to stave off an uspet bid from Northwestern to earn the 53-49 victory. Michigan State improved to 18-12 overall and 10-9 with the Senior Day victory, and may have also secured a spot in the NCAA Tournament.

Seniors Tyson Walker led the Spartans in scoring with 19 points and Malik Hall contributed with a double-double (15 points and 17 rebounds) to lead Michigan State to the victory.

Relive the Spartans’ win over Northwestern with the highlights below — courtest of Michigan State basketball’s social media account:

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MSU basketball survives upset scare to beat Northwestern

Michigan State basketball may have just secured a spot in the NCAA Tournament

Michigan State basketball may have just secured a spot in the NCAA Tournament.

The Spartans needed some late-game heroics to fend off Northwestern and snap a three-game losing streak, 53-49. Michigan State outscored the Wildcats 11-to-4 in the final six minutes to pick up a massive win for their NCAA Tournament life.

Michigan State was fortunate to be in striking distance at halftime after arguably its worst half of basketball all season long. The Spartans’ offense was completely out of sync for the entire first half shooting a season-low field goal percentage for a half at 21.9 percent. Northwestern held a 25-20 lead at the break.

Things got off to a much better start in the second half, putting together an early run to grab the lead back in the first few minutes of the frame. Michigan State would lead most of the second half, but Northwestern would never go away and reclaimed the lead with 4:28 to go in the game.

Michigan State would defensively lock the Wildcats down from that point, though, and were lucky enough that a three-point attempt from Ryan Langborg in the final seconds would miss to hold two-point lead. Tre Holloman iced the game with two free throws to push Michigan State to the victory.

Michigan State was led offensively by seniors Tyson Walker and Malik Hall who contributed for 19 and 15 points. Holloman also added 12 points in the win.

With the win, Michigan State improves to 18-12 overall and 10-9 in Big Ten play. The win over Northwestern will go a long way in the Spartans returning to the NCAA Tournament again this season.

Michigan State will wrap up the regular season on Sunday in a road game at Indiana. Tipoff is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET and will be televised on CBS.

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MSU Basketball vs. Northwestern: LSJ’s Graham Couch provides his determining factors, prediction

Check out LSJ columnist Graham Couch’s prediction for this matchup between Michigan State and Wildcats

Can Michigan State get up off the mat and pickup a massive win on Wednesday night?

The Spartans will play host to Northwestern in their final home game of the season on Wednesday evening. Michigan State comes into this game looking to snap a three-game losing streak and hopefully secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament with a win. Another loss, and the Spartans will find themselves potentially on the wrong side of the bubble come Thursday morning.

Every game, Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal provides his breakdown of the matchup with key determining factors and a prediction. So how does he feel about this matchup between the Spartans and Wildcats?

Check out Couch’s prediction for this matchup between Michigan State and Northwestern by clicking on the tweet below:

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