Tom Izzo and his Michigan State squad navigated the tricky waters of the first round with ease, dispatching North Dakota State 92-67. Now, the Spartans set their sights on Louisville in the Round of 32.
The Cardinals face a tough challenge without their star, Mikel Brown Jr., still sidelined by a regular-season injury. This absence could be a significant hurdle against a well-prepared Michigan State team, though the Spartans are only slight favorites.
Michigan State vs. Louisville: Round of 32 Odds
Spread
- Michigan State: -4.5 (-110)
- Louisville: +4.5 (-110)
Moneyline
- Michigan State: -196
- Louisville: +162
Total
- Over/Under: 150.5 (-115/-105)
Player Odds
Michigan State
- Jeremy Fears Jr.: +/- 16.5 points
- Jaxon Kohler: +/- 13.5 points
- Coen Carr: +/- 11.5 points
- Carson Cooper: +/- 11.5 points
Louisville
- Ryan Conwell: +/- 19.5 points
- J'Vonne Hadley: +/- 13.5 points
- Isaac McKneely: +/- 12.5 points
- Adrian Wooley: +/- 10.5 points
Michigan State thrives on balanced scoring, with Jeremy Fears Jr. leading the charge. Sharing the ball will be key to overcoming the Cardinals.
Louisville, missing Mikel Brown, will rely heavily on Ryan Conwell to spearhead their attack. It’s a tall order, but the Cardinals have shown resilience.
Prediction
Final Score: Michigan State 75, Louisville 71
Louisville surprised many by overcoming USF, but the Spartans present a tougher challenge. With Michigan State eyeing a Sweet 16 berth, expect a closely contested battle with the Spartans edging out a win.