Michigan State backcourt defense continues to shine as Spartans lock up Brooks Barnhizer

barnheizer — Michigan State's Jaxon Kohler locks up with Northwestern's Brooks Barnhizer during a loose ball scramble, Sunday. | Photo by David Banks | USA Today Network

Michigan State has had success this season limiting the opponent's top scoring threat, and that was partly true during the Spartans' 78-68 victory at Northwestern. Inside, a look at Michigan State's defensive trends, and what's next.