In a typically physical game between Michigan State and Louisville, it was the Spartans coming away victorious 73-64 in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge matchup Wednesday night in East Lansing.
The Spartans used an extended run during the second half, fueled by tight defense and great ball movement, to break the game open. Sophomore A.J. Hoggard was a key contributor to the run and finished the game with nine points and four assists.
Louisville fought back late, thanks to a barrage of three pointers from El Ellis, who finished with a game high 22 points, including 4-for-7 from three.