No. 14 Michigan State basketball has had a rollercoaster season, displaying moments of brilliance but also struggling with inconsistency in their performances. While it has shown flashes of their potential,

There’s plenty at stake for both teams, as the No. 2 spot in the Big Ten is on the line. Ahead of tip-off, the University of Michigan tops the Big Ten with a 12-2 conference record, and Michigan State (11-3) and Purdue (11-4) follow.

Purdue has had Michigan State basketball's number these last few years, winning five straight against the Spartans. That wasn't the case on Tuesday night, as MSU was able to use their stifling defense to make Purdue uncharacteristically sloppy,