Michigan Wolverines Defeat Michigan State Spartans 83-71
Friday, January 30, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Breslin Center
Michigan Wolverines 83, Michigan State Spartans 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Michigan Wolverines vs Michigan State Spartans?
Michigan Wolverines beat Michigan State Spartans 83-71 at Breslin Center on January 30, 2026.
Who was favored in Michigan Wolverines vs Michigan State Spartans?
Michigan Wolverines were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a highly anticipated matchup, the Michigan Wolverines triumphed over the Michigan State Spartans with a final score of 83-71 at the Breslin Center. This victory adds to the Wolverines' impressive season, improving their record to 21-1, while the Spartans fall to 19-4. The game showcased the intense rivalry between these two teams, making it a significant event in the NCAAB landscape.
The Wolverines entered the contest with a strong recent form, boasting a record of 9-1 in their last 10 games and a current winning streak of 5 games. Their scoring average during this stretch was 87.0 points per game, while allowing 69.9 points. In their last five games, they averaged 79.6 points scored and 69.8 points allowed. Notably, they had a perfect away record of 3-0 in their last four games leading up to this matchup.
On the other hand, the Spartans were also in good form, holding a record of 9-1 in their last 10 games and riding a seven-game winning streak prior to this game. They averaged 81.3 points scored and 64.4 points allowed during this period. At home, they maintained an undefeated record of 6-0, further emphasizing their strong performance at the Breslin Center.
In terms of previous meetings, the Wolverines had won both encounters against the Spartans in the 2025 season, with scores of 79-62 and 75-62. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the rivalry, as the Spartans sought to break the losing streak against their in-state rivals.
Injury reports indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, which contributed to the competitive nature of the game. The Wolverines were favored in the betting market, with DraftKings listing them at -2.5 on the spread and -142 on the money line, while the Spartans were at +120.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with a lively crowd at the Breslin Center, creating an electric atmosphere. As the game progressed, key moments included free throws from Elliot Cadeau and Yaxel Lendeborg, which helped the Wolverines maintain their lead in the closing minutes.
Overall, the Wolverines' ability to execute under pressure and their depth in scoring proved decisive in this matchup, allowing them to secure a significant victory over the Spartans.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MICH -2.5 | 149.5 o -112 / u -108 | Michigan Wolverines -142 · Michigan State Spartans +120 |
Leaders
- PointsJeremy Fears Jr.31Michigan State Spartans
- AssistsJeremy Fears Jr.7Michigan State Spartans
- ReboundsCoen Carr7Michigan State Spartans
- PointsYaxel Lendeborg26Michigan Wolverines
- AssistsElliot Cadeau6Michigan Wolverines
- ReboundsYaxel Lendeborg12Michigan Wolverines
Recent form
Michigan State Spartans
Last 10: 9-1Streak W781.3 scored · 64.4 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W88-79at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsJan 27
- W91-48vs Maryland TerrapinsJan 24
- W68-52at Oregon DucksJan 21
- W80-63at Washington HuskiesJan 17
- W81-60vs Indiana HoosiersJan 14
- W76-66vs Northwestern WildcatsJan 8
- W80-51vs USC TrojansJan 6
- L56-58at Nebraska CornhuskersJan 3
- W114-97vs Cornell Big RedDec 30
- W79-70vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesDec 20
Michigan Wolverines
Last 10: 9-1Streak W587 scored · 69.9 allowed per game3-0 away
- W75-72vs Nebraska CornhuskersJan 28
- W74-62vs Ohio State BuckeyesJan 24
- W86-72vs Indiana HoosiersJan 21
- W81-71at Oregon DucksJan 17
- W82-72at Washington HuskiesJan 15
- L88-91vs Wisconsin BadgersJan 10
- W74-72at Penn State Nittany LionsJan 7
- W96-66vs USC TrojansJan 3
- W112-71vs McNeese CowboysDec 30
- W102-50vs La Salle ExplorersDec 21
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Michigan Wolverines | Michigan State Spartans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-59 | 22-60 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 4-23 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 17 |
| Free throws | 23-26 | 23-27 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 21 |
| Assists | 14 | 14 |
| Steals | 2 | 7 |
| Blocks | 7 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 2 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 32 |
| Fouls | 21 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 92 | 1 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-45Elliot Cadeau makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half50-45Elliot Cadeau makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half50-46Jordan Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-47Jordan Scott makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-47Yaxel Lendeborg makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-49Jordan Scott makes 10-foot jumper (Jaxon Kohler assists)
- 2nd Half52-50Jordan Scott makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-50L.J. Cason makes 27-foot three point jumper (Yaxel Lendeborg assists)
- 2nd Half55-52Jeremy Fears Jr. makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-55Jaxon Kohler makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kur Teng assists)
- 2nd Half55-57Jeremy Fears Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half56-57Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-57Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-59Jordan Scott makes layup (Carson Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half60-59Will Tschetter makes 25-foot three point jumper (Morez Johnson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half61-59Morez Johnson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-59Morez Johnson Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-60Jaxon Kohler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-61Jaxon Kohler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-61Elliot Cadeau makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half64-63Carson Cooper makes 6-foot alley oop dunk (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half66-63Morez Johnson Jr. makes 3-foot dunk (Elliot Cadeau assists)
- 2nd Half69-63Elliot Cadeau makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half69-64Jeremy Fears Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-65Jeremy Fears Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-65Yaxel Lendeborg makes layup
- 2nd Half73-65Morez Johnson Jr. makes layup (Elliot Cadeau assists)
- 2nd Half74-65Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-65Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-68Jeremy Fears Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordan Scott assists)
- 2nd Half76-68Morez Johnson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-68Morez Johnson Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-68Elliot Cadeau makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-68Elliot Cadeau makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-69Jeremy Fears Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-69Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-69Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-69Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-69Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-71Jeremy Fears Jr. makes layup (Kur Teng assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Michigan State Spartans, below favours Michigan Wolverines.
Venue
- Breslin CenterEast Lansing, MI
- Attendance14797
- OfficialsMike Reed, Paul Szelc, Randy Richardson
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