Anton Bonke starts for Spartans in season opener against Quinnipiac
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 3:10 AM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
The Michigan State Spartans opened their season on November 2, 2026, with a 96-59 victory over Quinnipiac. Jesse McCulloch did not play due to a minor concussion, allowing Anton Bonke to start at center. Bonke led the team with 13 rebounds and added 11 points. Michigan State displayed strong three-point shooting and balanced scoring, with Kaleb Glenn also contributing 11 points off the bench. The Spartans will next host the Toledo Rockets on November 5, 2026.
- •Spartans win the rebound battle 46-27 against Quinnipiac.
- •Anton Bonke scores 11 points and grabs 13 rebounds.
- •Coen Carr adds 12 points in the season opener.
- •Michigan State shoots 39.1% from three-point range.
- •Next game is scheduled against Toledo on November 5.
- 3:10 AMYahoo Sports — Anton Bonke Starts As Spartans Open Without Jesse McCulloch
"Jesse McCulloch sat out the opener, so Tom Izzo handed the Spartans' frontcourt to Anton Bonke. #Spartans
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