With eight minutes and change left in the first half, Michigan State leads Butler, 22-17. While we’re not calling this one for Michigan State—that would be stupid—it’s evident early on that the Spartans are ahead because they’re getting easier shots than Butler’s getting.
Michigan State’s Early Lead Not Surprising
That’s a function of two things: first, MSU is more athletic than Butler. That’s not coded racism, it’s a fact. MSU can run with anybody in the country. Second, they’re very well-coached. They’re going into this game with solid defensive skills and a solid defensive gameplan. That’s not to say Butler spent the entire week playing with Legos and eating popsicles, but the mental advantage they usually enjoy over opponents is not yet evident in today’s game.
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