Crucial Road Game: MSU vs. Indiana on Sunday

Michigan State, holding the 13th ranking, is entering a pivotal stretch with only three regular-season games left. The Spartans, fresh off a victory against eighth-ranked Purdue, are set to face Indiana on Sunday. This road game is crucial for MSU to solidify its position for a top-four seed in the Big Ten Tournament, which would grant them a direct path to the quarterfinals. Indiana, meanwhile, is in a precarious spot as an NCAA Tournament bubble team currently experiencing a three-game losing streak.

A significant area for Michigan State to address from their previous game is defending the three-point shot. Indiana's offense heavily features long-range attempts, with over 51% of their shots coming from beyond the arc, ranking among the top percentages nationally and within the Big Ten. While Michigan State successfully overcame Purdue's strong three-point shooting in their last outing, containing Indiana's perimeter attack will be paramount. If the Spartans can limit Indiana's three-point success, similar to their performance against Illinois, they are in a strong position to win.