Rehash&Analysis: Jaden Akins scores 23 in 81-57 Michigan State victory over Monmouthby:Jim Comparoni•11/04/24•JimComparoniRead In AppMichigan State's Jaden Akins, right, moves the ball as Monmouth's Madison Durr defends during the first half on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. By Nick King | USA Today Network Michigan State started fast, sputtered at times, but eventually coasted to a comfortable victory on opening night with Jaden Akins equaling a career high.