The Spartans (22-5, 13-3 Big Ten) erased a four-point halftime deficit by outscoring Michigan 41-24 after the break, leaning on their defense and depth to stall the Wolverines (20-6, 12-3). Jase Richardson led Michigan State with 21 points and Tre Holloman notched 18.

Michigan men's basketball came out a little flat in a highly anticipated rivalry game against in-state rival, Michigan State. The No. 12 Wolverines let the No.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (WILX) - No. 14 Michigan State men’s basketball beat rival No. 12 Michigan 75-62 at the Crisler Center Friday night. The win puts the Spartans atop the Big Ten standings with just four games remaining, including a rematch with the Wolverines at the Breslin Center on March 9.

No. 14 Michigan State replaces No. 12 Michigan atop the Big Ten conference after beating the Wolverines 75-62 on Friday.

Michigan State silenced their critics on Friday night with a 75 to 62 win over their biggest rival, reclaiming their spot atop the Big Ten and making a huge statement heading into the final stretch of the season.