No. 5 Michigan State Defeats 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. having a strong performance.

Dothan, AL, November 10, 2026 — No. 5 Michigan State secured a victory over No. 2 Duke with a final score of 79-73 in the Champions Classic, held in Chicago. The men’s basketball game saw a competitive matchup between two highly-ranked teams.
Michigan State’s win was highlighted by a strong performance from player Jeremy Fears Jr. Further details regarding Jeremy Fears Jr.’s specific statistics or the overall team statistics were not provided in the summary.
The Champions Classic is an annual event that typically features some of college basketball’s top programs. This year’s event in Chicago brought together Michigan State and Duke. The game concluded with Michigan State on top.
The final score indicates a close contest, with Michigan State outscoring Duke by six points. Details about the game’s progression, such as halftime scores, key plays, or other standout performers from either team, were not included in the provided summary.
The exact date of the game was not specified in the summary, nor were details about the venue beyond its location in Chicago. Information regarding the coaching staff or specific strategies employed by either team was also absent.
This result marks a significant early-season win for Michigan State against a top-ranked opponent. The performance of Jeremy Fears Jr. was noted as a contributing factor to the team’s success in this matchup.
Story summarized from the original created by JAY COHEN, Associated Press on www.wdhn.com, see more information here.
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