Michigan State Triumphs Over Northwestern in Senior Night Showdown

The Spartans' gritty performance secures a vital win, keeping NCAA tournament hopes alive.

Michigan State basketball secured a crucial 53-49 victory over Northwestern on senior night, maintaining hopes for a 25th consecutive NCAA tournament appearance.
The win was marked by a gritty performance, with key defensive stops and offensive plays in the closing moments.
Senior Tyson Walker led the scoring with 19 points, while Malik Hall contributed 15 points and a career-high 17 rebounds.
The Spartans overcame a sluggish start and poor shooting performance, finishing with a 31.7% field goal percentage.
The victory provides momentum as Michigan State heads into the final regular-season game and the Big Ten tournament.