The Michigan State Spartans (16-2, 7-0 Big Ten) hope to continue an 11-game win streak when they visit the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (10-9, 3-5 Big Ten) on January 25, 2025 at Madison Square Garden.
In its most recent game, Michigan State defeated Illinois on Sunday, 80-78. Tre Holloman scored a team-high 17 points (and chipped in two assists and two rebounds). In its previous game, Rutgers lost to Penn State on Monday, 80-72. Ace Bailey scored a team-high 30 points (and added zero assists and seven boards).
When is Michigan State vs. Rutgers and when does it start?
This game between the Spartans and Scarlet Knights will take place on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Expect to see the opening tip at 1:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Michigan State vs. Rutgers
The Spartans and Scarlet Knights will hit the hardwood at Madison Square Garden for this matchup on January 25, and if you would like to catch the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on CBS (>Watch on Fubo).
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Michigan State Spartans vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights Game Preview
Michigan State Stats, Odds & Insights
Michigan State has a +252 scoring differential, topping opponents by 14 points per game. It is putting up 81.7 points per game to rank 37th in college basketball and is giving up 67.7 per contest to rank 72nd in college basketball.
The Spartans are averaging 81.7 points, 6.8 more than the Scarlet Knights allow.
Michigan State hits 5.5 three-pointers per game (351st in college basketball), 1.4 fewer than its opponents (6.9).
Michigan State has been scoring 82.7 points per contest in its last 10 times on the court, an average that’s a little higher than the 81.7 it has scored over the course of the 2024-25 season.
Rutgers Stats, Odds & Insights
Rutgers puts up 76.6 points per game (131st in college basketball) while allowing 74.9 per outing (274th in college basketball). It has a +32 scoring differential and outscores opponents by 1.7 points per game.
The Scarlet Knights’ 76.6 points per game are 8.9 more than the Spartans give up.
Rutgers connects on 7.2 three-pointers per game (237th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 8.1. It shoots 33.1% from deep, and its opponents shoot 34.5%.
The Scarlet Knights score 74.7 points per game at home, and 74.8 away.
In its previous 10 games, Rutgers is averaging 73.8 points per contest, compared to its season average of 76.6.
Spartans Key Players to Watch
Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Jaden | 18 | 13.8 | 3.9 | 1.6 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 1.4 |
Jase Richardson | 17 | 9.2 | 2.5 | 1.8 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.8 |
Frankie Fidler | 18 | 9 | 3.4 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 0.5 |
Coen Carr | 18 | 8.4 | 3.6 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.2 |
Tre Holloman | 18 | 8.1 | 1.8 | 3.8 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 1.2 |
Scarlet Knights Key Players to Watch
Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ace Bailey | 17 | 19.9 | 7.9 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 1.4 | 1.9 |
Dylan Harper | 18 | 19.3 | 5.1 | 4.3 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 1.7 |
Lathan Sommerville | 19 | 7.2 | 4.2 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.1 |
Jeremiah Williams | 18 | 7.2 | 3.1 | 2.1 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 0.4 |
Jordan Derkack | 18 | 6.7 | 3.7 | 2.3 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 0.3 |
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