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Maui Invitational - Recap - Michigan State Defeats UCLA 75-62
Michigan State grabbed a 75-62 win over UCLA on Wednesday, behind a 20-point effort from Cassius Winston at Lahaina Civic Center.
Bettors who backed Michigan State were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -13.5.
Michigan State got 14 points from Xavier Tillman and another 12 points from Rocket Watts. Cassius Winston contributed 4 assists, while Xavier Tillman cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
UCLA got a 13-point performance from Chris Smith, who was supported by 11 points from Cody Riley. Cody Riley had 2 assists in a losing cause for UCLA, while Jaime Jaquez Jr. grabbed 8 rebounds.
Michigan State led at halftime, 26-24.
The rebound battle favored Michigan State as they grabbed 30 boards, while UCLA only had 29
Next game, Michigan State takes its act home to face Duke looking for another win. For UCLA, they head home to face San Jose State.