Michigan State’s men’s basketball team is set to face Oregon in a Big Ten Conference matchup at the Breslin Center on Saturday, February 8. The game will be broadcast live on FOX with commentary from Brandon Gaudin and LaPhonso Ellis. Fans can also listen to the Spartan Media Network radio call with Will Tieman and Matt Steigenga, or tune in via SiriusXM.
Michigan State enters the game with an 18-4 overall record and a 9-2 record in the Big Ten. They are ranked No. 9 in both the Associated Press and USA Today Coaches polls. Despite a recent loss to USC that ended their 13-game winning streak, Michigan State remains competitive with notable depth across their roster. Jaden Akins leads the team in scoring, while freshman guard Jase Richardson and junior forward Jaxon Kohler contribute significantly in points and rebounds.
Oregon comes into the matchup with a 16-7 overall record and a 5-7 record within the conference. The Ducks recently lost to Michigan, marking their fourth consecutive defeat. They have three players scoring in double figures but have struggled defensively, ranking tied for 11th in scoring defense within the league.
This game marks only the fifth meeting between Michigan State and Oregon, with each team having won two games previously. Their last encounter was at the Phil Knight Invitational where Michigan State secured a narrow victory over Oregon.
