TOLEDO ROCKETS @ MICHIGAN ST SPARTANS

Toledo’s opener was close, but costly

Toledo fell 71-70 at Arkansas State, with Mynor Strong scoring 18 and Jaylan Ouwinga and Angel Montas Jr. each posting double-doubles.

A high-level point-guard matchup

Sean Jones had nine assists and two turnovers in Toledo's debut, while Jeremy Fears Jr. had 11 assists in Michigan State's opener.

Michigan State showed scoring depth

Michigan State's 96-59 win featured six players in double figures and 12 scorers; Tom Izzo said he played 12 once and 11 once but will not use 12 regularly.

McCulloch expected back

Jesse McCulloch was reported expected to return after missing the opener and completing full-contact practice; check his status near tipoff.

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Pick Ideas

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Michigan State moneyline, price-sensitive

Michigan State is the outright home lean, but Tom Izzo said some injured players were not quite fully back; take the moneyline only at a reasonable price.

Toledo spread if the number is generous

Consider Toledo only with a substantial cushion; wait for a posted number rather than assuming underdog value.

Hold off on the total until it posts

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