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Michigan State Torches Kentucky in Champions Classic Blowout
Michigan State dominated Kentucky with strong defense and key stops, leading to an embarrassing defeat for Kentucky in the Champions Classic college basketball game.
- On Nov. 18, 2025, Michigan State Spartans defeated Kentucky Wildcats 83-66 at the Champions Classic at Madison Square Garden, New York City.
- Michigan State's hot shooting and boards powered its lead, as the Spartans shot 51.5% in the first half including 58.3% on 3-pointers and outrebounded the Wildcats 42-28.
- The Spartans' shooting breakout included a season-high 11 3-pointers, with Jaxon Kohler scoring 20, Kur Teng a career-high 15, Trey Fort 13, and Jeremy Fears Jr. posting 13 assists.
- Kentucky's loss leaves the Wildcats at 3-2 after suffering a 20-point defeat with nine turnovers leading to 15 Spartan points; they will play Loyola-Maryland on Friday, Nov. 21.
- Beyond the box score, the Champions Classic result positions Michigan State Spartans as a strong contender as they improved their unbeaten start and picked up their first MSG Champions Classic win amid fans' `go green, go white` chants.
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- 43% of the sources lean Left, 43% of the sources lean Right
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