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March Madness - Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Michigan State Spartans Wrap - Michigan State Wins 70-50

Michigan State blew out Minnesota on Saturday, running up the score in a 70-50 win at Wells Fargo Arena-IA.

Bettors who backed Michigan State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -10.5 at sportsbooks.

Xavier Tillman had 14 points for Michigan State and Cassius Winston chipped in with 13 points. Cassius Winston had 9 assists for them, while Aaron Henry was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.

Minnesota got 27 points from Amir Coffey in a losing cause and another 9 points from Isaiah Washington. Amir Coffey contributed 4 assists for them, while Jarvis Omersa had 7 rebounds.

Michigan State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Michigan State had a 40-16 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.