The Michigan State Spartans opened NCAA Tournament play in the First Four round against the UCLA Bruins, and after a strong first half, blew a big lead in the second half and eventually lost the contest. The game went into overtime and the Spartans were defeated by a final score of 86-80. UCLA will advance to play the BYU Cougars in the Round of 64 on Saturday Night at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, while Michigan State has to go home early.
Michigan State got off to a quick start and dominated the first half.