Duke-Michigan State game recap
MVP
Cassius Winston, Michigan State
He scored 20 points with 10 assists, four steals and just one turnover.
Turning point
Zion Williamson drove the lane for a stirring layup, stretching Duke's lead to 66-63 with 1:41 remaining. Michigan State called timeout, and then executed perfectly. Winston drew Williamson to him and fed Xavier Tillman for a wide-open layup. RJ Barrett missed a jumper for Duke, and Kenny Goins hit a three-pointer, giving Michigan State a 68-66 lead. "As soon as it left my hand, I knew it was good," Goins said.
By the NUMBERS
8 Final Four trips for Michigan State under Tom Izzo.
2-11 Izzo's all-time record against Mike Krzyzewski
6 Free throw chances for Michigan State, which made only two.
17 Turnovers for Duke, including seven by Barrett and five by Zion Williamson.
1 Three-point attempt for Tre Jones, who made a career-high five threes the previous game.
JOE CHRISTENSEN
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Gophers’ final home game of season comes against Nittany Lions team in contention for College Football Playoff.