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No. 10 MSU dominates No. 5 Illinois in overtime victory, 85-82

No. 10 Michigan State outlasted No. 5 Illinois in a thrilling overtime battle, earning an 85-82 victory in front of an electric crowd. The Spartans' grit, clutch shooting, and defensive stops in the extra period sealed the upset.