Everything that could go Michigan State basketball’s way on Tuesday afternoon did just that. The Spartans dominated from start to finish, obliterating East Carolina 89-56 to improve to 6-0.
The 6-0 start wasn’t exactly on anyone’s bingo card when the season began because of that loaded non-conference schedule, but Michigan State has taken care of its first two ranked opponents and will get another chance on Thursday against No. 16 North Carolina.
There was plenty to like in Tuesday’s win which was never close, and probably should’ve been even more of a blowout, but Tom Izzo emptied the bench near the end and took his foot off the gas.