In a thrilling Big Ten Tournament quarterfinal game, No. 7 Michigan State defeated No. 23 Oregon 74-64 in Indianapolis. Jase Richardson led the Spartans with 17 points, while Jeremy Fears Jr. contributed 11 points and five assists. Michigan State has now won eight straight games and will face No. 18 Wisconsin in the semifinals.
Despite a strong performance from Nate Bittle, who finished with 22 points and 11 rebounds for Oregon, the Ducks were unable to overcome Michigan State’s solid defense and second-chance points. Michigan State utilized a 15-0 run in the second half to pull away after Oregon had cut the deficit to one point.
The Ducks put up a strong fight and made a case for a higher NCAA Tournament seed with their performance in Indianapolis. Meanwhile, Michigan State is playing like a Final Four contender and could potentially secure a No. 1 seed with a strong showing in the Big Ten tournament.
Coach Tom Izzo’s team will face Wisconsin in the semifinals, where they will look to continue their winning streak and solidify their contender status. Oregon will eagerly await their next matchup on Selection Sunday to see where they land in the NCAA Tournament bracket. Overall, it was an exciting game that showcased the talent and determination of both teams on the court.
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