Michigan State won a hard fought game over Maryland. For the second time this season, Michigan State stayed calm and fought through a tough challenge from the Terrapins. The final score of 63-54 is not fully representative. This was the type of game where a five point lead felt like 20-points. It also felt like either team could win it going into the closing four minutes.
The Spartans rode their starting lineup for almost the entire game. Malik Hall played a fantastic game and logged 34 minutes. Walker logged 33, Akins 32, and Hoggard 31. The calm determination of those four fueled this win.