Can Michigan State Basketball Ride Its Recent Wave of Momentum?
Michigan State, ranked No. 15, is gearing up for a crucial matchup against Ohio State in a nationally televised game on CBS. With a record of 21-5 overall and 11-4 in the Big Ten, the Spartans are looking to build on their recent success this Sunday.
After a rough patch where they dropped three of four games, Michigan State bounced back in style against UCLA. The Bruins didn’t quite bring their best to East Lansing, and the Spartans took full advantage.
Jeremy Fears Jr. was on fire, sinking four three-pointers, while Coen Carr was unstoppable, scoring 16 points on an impressive 7-for-11 shooting. The result?
A commanding 82-59 victory.
But the Spartans know the journey is far from over. Currently pegged as a No. 4 seed in the NCAA’s early bracket release, Michigan State has its sights set on climbing higher.
Aiming for at least a 3-seed would help them avoid facing top seeds until the Elite Eight. The road to achieving that starts with Ohio State.
Following the Ohio State game, the Spartans face a challenging schedule, beginning with a pivotal road game against Purdue on Thursday.
For fans eager to catch the action, the Michigan State-Ohio State game will be available via live stream on Paramount+.
Key Details for the Michigan State vs. Ohio State Game
- Live Stream: Paramount+
- Game Prediction: Chris Solari from the Detroit Free Press predicts the Spartans will continue their home-court advantage.
With Fears likely to lock down on defense and freshmen like Jordan Scott shining, MSU is expected to secure a win. The prediction: Michigan State 84, Ohio State 70.
Upcoming Michigan State Basketball Schedule
Here’s a look at the Spartans’ final five games of the regular season:
- Feb. 26: at No. 7 Purdue, 8 p.m. on Peacock
- March 1: at Indiana, 3:45 p.m. on CBS
- March 5: vs.
Rutgers, 8 p.m. on FS1
- March 8: at No.
1 Michigan, 4:30 p.m. on CBS
- March 10-15: Big Ten Tournament
With the stakes high and the competition fierce, Michigan State is poised to make a strong push as the season winds down. Fans will be watching closely to see if the Spartans can capitalize on their momentum and improve their standing for March Madness.