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Rutgers Downs Michigan State 61-55 - Match Report

Paul Mulcahy scored 17 points leading Rutgers to a 61-55 victory over Michigan State at Madison Square Garden on Saturday.

Rutgers was the ATS victor, as they covered the -5.0-point spread as a favorite.

Rutgers got 15 points from Clifford Omoruyi and another 9 points from Caleb McConnell. Paul Mulcahy contributed 3 assists, while Clifford Omoruyi cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.

Michigan State got a 12-point performance from Tyson Walker, who was supported by 10 points from Joey Hauser. Malik Hall had 3 assists in a losing cause for Michigan State, while Malik Hall grabbed 13 rebounds.

Rutgers trailed at halftime, 25-20.

Michigan State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-28.

Rutgers looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Indiana. Michigan State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Maryland.