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Phil Knight Invitational - Michigan State Downs Portland 78-77 - Match Report
Tyson Walker scored 16 points leading Michigan State to a 78-77 victory over Portland at Earle A. Chiles Center on Sunday.
Michigan State won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -6.0-point spread.
Michigan State got 15 points from Pierre Brooks and another 14 points from Joey Hauser. A.J. Hoggard contributed 9 assists, while Joey Hauser cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Portland got a 16-point performance from Tyler Robertson, who was supported by 16 points from Alden Applewhite. Tyler Robertson had 9 assists in a losing cause for Portland, while Tyler Robertson grabbed 7 rebounds.
Michigan State was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Michigan State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 27-23.
Michigan State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Notre Dame. Portland will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Multnomah University.