Michigan State Upsets No. 2 Duke in Champions Classic
No. 5 Michigan State defeated No. 2 Duke 79-73 in the Champions Classic in Chicago, with Jeremy Fears Jr. leading the Spartans with 18 points, 11 assists, and 7 rebounds.
Wichita Falls & Lawton, TX, November 10, 2026 — The No. 5 ranked Michigan State Spartans secured a significant victory over the No. 2 Duke Blue Devils, with a final score of 79-73. The contest took place in Chicago as part of the Champions Classic.
Jeremy Fears Jr. was a standout performer for Michigan State, leading his team in scoring with 18 points. Fears Jr. also contributed significantly in other statistical categories, dishing out 11 assists and pulling down 7 rebounds during the game.
The win marks a notable early-season achievement for Michigan State, as they faced a highly ranked opponent in Duke. The specifics regarding the date of the game or further details on the game’s progression beyond the final score were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by JAY COHEN, Associated Press on www.texomashomepage.com, see more information here.
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