Michigan State Upsets No. 2 Duke in Champions Classic
No. 5 Michigan State defeated No. 2 Duke 79-73 in the Champions Classic in Chicago, with Jeremy Fears Jr. playing a key role.
Rochester, NY, November 10, 2026 — In a significant early-season matchup, No. 5 Michigan State secured a victory over No. 2 Duke, with a final score of 79-73. The game took place in Chicago as part of the Champions Classic.
The Spartans’ win marks a notable performance against a highly-ranked opponent. Details regarding the specific date of the game were not provided in the available information.
Jeremy Fears Jr. is noted as having played a key role in Michigan State’s success during the contest. Further specifics on his contributions, such as statistics or pivotal moments, were not detailed in the provided summary.
The Champions Classic is an annual event that typically features top-tier college basketball programs. This year’s event in Chicago provided a high-profile stage for this contest between Michigan State and Duke.
Information concerning the game’s leading scorers for either team, significant plays, or post-game commentary was not available in the summary. The outcome represents a strong start for Michigan State and a challenging result for Duke in the early NCAA basketball season.
Story summarized from the original created by JAY COHEN, Associated Press on www.rochesterfirst.com, see more information here.
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