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Freddie Dilione V scored 23 points off the bench to lead PSU (8-3, 0-2), which outscored MSU in the paint 34-24 and had a 12-4 edge in fastbreak points. Kayden Mingo had 11 points, eight assists and seven rebounds despite going 5-for-13 from the field, while Ivan Juric added 10 points and five rebounds.
Michigan State basketball head coach Tom Izzo watched lots of missed scoring opportunities against Penn State.
The Spartans fended off an upset bid from Penn State for an important road win on Saturday afternoon. Michigan State led by as many as 10 points in the second half, but needed a strong finish to beat the Nittany Lions by the final score of 76-72.
After losing its first game of the season, No. 9 Michigan State basketball hits the road for the first time to face Penn State on Saturday, Dec. 13.
Spartans dominate early but Penn State fights back, igniting a fierce battle on the court. Can Michigan State maintain their advantage?
Michigan State basketball inserted Divine Ugochukwu into the starting lineup and he saved the day. But it also caused some new problems.
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Couch: 3 quick takes (from afar) on Michigan State basketball's 76-72 win at Penn State
Columnist Graham Couch shares his thoughts on MSU's performance in a dicey win at Penn State on Saturday with three quick takes.