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Michigan State doesn't cave after Ohio State's run, showing 'we've grown a lot'

Matt Charboneau breaks down Michigan State's win at Ohio State The Detroit News

When Michigan State walked off the court Saturday at Value City Arena as the first half against Ohio State came to a close, there was a familiar feeling.

Just a year earlier the Spartans watched as Ohio State rattled off 12 straight points, capped by a near half-court heave from former Michigan guard Andrew Dakich. The wave continued in the second half as Ohio State blew out the then-No. 1 ranked Spartans.

While not quite as overwhelming on Saturday, the Buckeyes again exploded in the final two minutes, outscoring Michigan State by eight points to turn a one-point deficit into a seven-point lead.