Despite a furious comeback in the final minutes by the No. 19 Michigan State Spartans, the No. 12 Illinois Fighting Illini hung on for the regular season sweep in a 79-74 victory. It is probably safe to say at this point that MSU’s chances at claiming a share of the Big Ten regular season title are likely gone with the second straight loss on the week for the team. Also, head coach Tom Izzo will again have to wait at least one more game before he can finally tie Bobby Knight for most wins at the helm of a Big Ten program with 662 victories.
Michigan State swept by Illinois, falls 79-74 at home on poor first-half shooting
