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Defense can push No. 8 Michigan State past Iowa

March 6, 2025 12:05 PM

Brad Thomas and Vaughn Dalzell preview Thursday night's Big Ten clash between No. 8 Michigan State and Iowa, highlighting why the Spartans' defense plays a central role in betting the Under.

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