Wed Feb 05 09:10:00 IST 2025: **Michigan State Faces Tough Test Against UCLA After Losing Streak**
LOS ANGELES, CA – Michigan State’s 13-game winning streak came to an end Saturday, and they’ll face a tough test tonight as they take on UCLA in a highly anticipated matchup airing on Peacock at 10 PM ET. The game marks the first meeting between the two teams as Big Ten opponents.
The Spartans suffered a 70-64 upset loss to USC, falling into a significant first-half deficit they couldn’t overcome. This loss, their first in conference play, dropped them two spots in the AP Poll. Coach Tom Izzo acknowledged the team’s poor response to adversity and emphasized the need for immediate improvement. He noted that the second half of MSU’s schedule is significantly tougher than the first.
Meanwhile, UCLA enters the game on a five-game winning streak, including a victory over No. 16 Oregon. The Bruins boast the conference’s best scoring defense, allowing just 65.5 points per game. Sophomore forward Eric Dailey Jr. has been a key contributor to their recent success, averaging 15 points per game over the last five contests.
Tonight’s game, which tips off at 10 PM ET at Pauley Pavilion, is preceded by Purdue vs. Iowa at 7 PM ET and Indiana vs. Wisconsin at 9 PM ET, all streaming live on Peacock. Peacock will stream a total of 56 men’s and 26 women’s Big Ten basketball games this season, including the first rounds of both tournaments. The streaming service is available on various devices and offers a discounted student rate.
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