EAST LANSING — The Spartans turned the ball over seven times in the first half, four coming in the opening minutes at the Breslin Center. More importantly, it didn’t take long for Michigan State to regroup — never having lost the lead after the ten minute marker. Even so, Izzo felt different.
“The score was not indicative of the game,” said Izzo. “It was a war. Gene Keady would’ve been proud. Jud would’ve been proud. It was a tough and physical battle.”
Michigan State fought for the entirety of the contest, continuously working for every shot they took.