Michigan St tops No. 5 Illinois 81-72, bolsters NCAA chances

[ASFN Admin]

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) Michigan State started its long string of NCAA Tournament appearances in the previous century by being the toughest team on the court in most games. If the Spartans can extend their streak to 23 straight tournaments next month, their win over No. 5 Illinois might prove to be pivotal. Coach Tom Izzo's program got back to its roots and picked up a quality victory.

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