Michigan State Shines in Big Ten Tournament Victory Over Oregon
Alright, let’s talk about Michigan State’s latest performance in the Big Ten Tournament. The Spartans took down Oregon with a solid 74-64 win in the quarterfinals, and let me tell you, this game showed exactly why this team is built for tournament play. When you have a roster that can adapt and adjust mid-game, that’s a team that can go far. And that’s exactly what we saw from MSU.
The game started with a bit of a struggle for Jase Richardson, but the beauty of this Spartans squad is that they don’t rely on just one guy. Jaxon Kohler and Coen Carr stepped up, hitting key shots early on when Richardson couldn’t find his rhythm. And let’s not forget Jeremy Fears Jr., who played one of his best halves of the season, stepping up when Tre Holloman wasn’t at his best. It’s this kind of depth that makes MSU dangerous—when one player is off, someone else steps in seamlessly.
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The chemistry was on full display. One moment that really summed up MSU’s team play was a sequence late in the game: Kohler to Fears to Carr for a dunk at just the right time. That’s how you survive and advance in tournament basketball—by trusting your teammates and making plays when it matters most.
And let’s talk about Jase Richardson. He struggled early, but he still finished with 17 points. That’s important. Even on an off night, he stayed aggressive, kept taking shots, and made things happen. That’s the kind of mindset MSU needs from him moving forward. He knows he’s the guy, and the team is going to ride his game for as long as they can in this tournament.
Then there’s Coen Carr—this guy is a highlight waiting to happen. He had some ridiculous dunk attempts in this game, and while they didn’t all go in, you could see the excitement from his teammates. He’s one of those players who changes the game with his athleticism, and when he rebounds and hits his free throws like he did against Oregon, he’s a problem for opponents. Tom Izzo summed it up best: “Coen grew up today.”
This win was a statement from MSU. Even when their key guys weren’t perfect, they played as a unit and controlled the game against an Oregon team that came in hot. Now, they turn their focus to Wisconsin in the semifinals—a team that just tied a program record for three-pointers in a game. The Spartans will need to bring their A-game to keep pace, but if they play like they did against Oregon, they have a real shot at making a deep run in both this tournament and the NCAA Tournament.
It’s all coming together at the right time for Michigan State. Let’s see if they can keep this momentum going!
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