Michigan State took on Minnesota in their first game of the big Ten Tournament. This was a win-or-go-home situation for the Spartans for the Big Ten Tournament and potentially for their NCAA tournament hopes.
The Spartans answered the pressure with a surprisingly balanced and deep performance from the entire roster.
Details of the Curve for this Game: There are no curves at tournament time. Minnesota may be the technically less talented team, but everyone changes at tournament time. Under talented teams become rock stars and incredible teams turn into duds.