Lincoln, Neb. — Michigan State got exactly what it needed.
The Spartans, losers of four of their last five games, had five players in double figures as they pulled away in the second half to blow out Nebraska, 86-65, Thursday night at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Cassius Winston scored 23 to lead Michigan State (18-8, 10-6 Big Ten) while Gabe Brown scored a career-high 17, Kyle Ahrens added a season-high 14, Aaron Henry chipped in 13 and Xavier Tillman added 10 points and 11 rebounds.