ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Michigan State Defeats Iowa 63-61
Jaden Akins scored 12 points leading Michigan State to a 63-61 victory over Iowa at Jack Breslin Student Events Center on Thursday.
Michigan State won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -2.5-point spread.
Joey Hauser had 11 points for Michigan State and Malik Hall chipped in with 11 points. Tyson Walker had 5 assists for them, while Mady Sissoko was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Iowa got a 17-point performance from Ahron Ulis, who was supported by 16 points from Filip Rebraca. Ahron Ulis had 3 assists in a losing cause for Iowa, while Filip Rebraca grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Michigan State were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Iowa had a 36-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Michigan State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Purdue. Iowa will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Rutgers.