MSU Beats Arkansas: Izzo Defeats Calipari
Michigan State Edges Arkansas in Hall of Fame coaches Clash
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A tightly contested battle in East Lansing saw No. 22 Michigan State defeat No. 14 Arkansas 69-66 on Saturday night, November 9, 2024.
Game Summary
Michigan State secured a narrow victory over Arkansas, 69-66, in a game featuring two highly-regarded programs and Hall of Fame coaches Tom Izzo and John Calipari. The game, played at the Breslin Center in East Lansing, Michigan, was a back-and-forth affair decided in the final moments.
Freshman Cam Ward led the Spartans wiht a double-double, scoring 18 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. Coen Carr contributed 15 points and 7 rebounds for Michigan State.For Arkansas, DJ Wagner scored 13 points, with eight coming in the first half, as the Razorbacks fought to stay competitive.
Key Performances
| Player | Team | Points | Rebounds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cam Ward | michigan State | 18 | 10 |
| Coen Carr | Michigan State | 15 | 7 |
| DJ Wagner | Arkansas | 13 | – |
First Half recap
Arkansas led 39-36 at halftime, largely due to Wagner’s early scoring. Though, Michigan State responded in the second half, tightening their defense and capitalizing on offensive opportunities.