Jervis, Scott lead balanced attack as No. 6 Michigan State rolls past Toledo, 91-61

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Freshman Jasiah Jervis led the way for No. 6 Michigan State with 16 points as the Spartans defeated Toledo 91-61 on Thursday night. Jordan Scott contributed 12 points, nine rebounds and five assists, rounding out a balanced attack. Jeremy Fears Jr. added 12 points and nine assists, while Coen Carr scored 10 points for the Spartans, who entered the contest with a 2-0 record.

The Spartans secured a commanding 33-point lead at halftime. Anton Bonke contributed 10 points and seven rebounds for Michigan State. The team dominated the boards, holding a 52-27 rebounding advantage and securing 27 second-chance points, while Toledo managed just six. The Rockets (0-2) struggled from the field, converting only 25% of their attempts.

Toledo's Angel Montas Jr. scored the opening basket, but Michigan State quickly took control, scoring 17 consecutive points following the opening frame. Jervis scored eight of his 13 first-half points, cementing his impact on the game. Michigan State next faces No. 2 Duke in Chicago on Tuesday.