Michigan State Spartans Set to Face Oregon Ducks in Big Ten Quarterfinals
The No. 1 seed Michigan State Spartans, boasting a 26-5 record, will begin their Big Ten Tournament campaign against the No. 8 seed Oregon Ducks (24-8) in the quarterfinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Spartans, who finished the regular season first in the conference with a 17-3 record, come into the match riding a seven-game winning streak, which includes two victories over their arch-rivals, Michigan.
Michigan State’s recent form has seen them dominate top-ranked teams, and they are favored by 5.5 points for this match. The over/under is set at 143.5 points, according to SportsLine consensus. The Spartans’ junior guard Tre Holloman has been a standout performer recently, contributing 20 points in their latest victory against Michigan, where they were 7-point favorites.
In contrast, Oregon is entering the match with momentum, having secured an impressive 72-59 upset over No. 9 seed Indiana in the previous round. After a rocky mid-season slump, the Ducks have bounced back, winning eight straight games, significantly improving their standings. Key players such as sophomore guard Jackson Shelstad and senior center Nate Bittle have been instrumental in this resurgence, averaging notable points and rebounds.
This matchup carries added intrigue as Michigan State defeated Oregon by a margin of 12 points earlier in the season. With both teams peaking at the right time, fans can expect a thrilling contest. Tip-off is scheduled for noon ET, and college basketball enthusiasts can tune in via FuboTV.
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