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Michigan State leads throughout, takes down No. 2 Duke 79-73

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Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Michigan State leads throughout, takes down No. 2 Duke 79-73
Summary

Michigan State basketball led the entire game in a 79-73 victory over No. 2 Duke during the Champions Classic. The Spartans' strong defensive play held Duke to just 25 points in the first half, leading 34-25 at halftime. Jeremy Fears Jr. led Michigan State with 18 points and 11 assists, helping the team improve to 3-0 this season. Duke rallied late but could not overcome the deficit. Michigan State will host Northern Iowa on Friday.

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  • •Michigan State never trailed in the game.
  • •The Spartans held Duke to 25 first-half points.
  • •Cam Ward contributed 11 points off the bench.
  • •Duke pushed back to within five points late in the game.
  • •Michigan State hosts Northern Iowa on Friday.
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  • 2:51 AMYahoo Sports — Fans, media react to MSU hoops impressive win over Duke in top 5 battle
  • 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan State basketball leads throughout, upsets Duke in top 5 battle
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