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ANALYSIS: Michigan State downs New Mexico, 71-63, advances to Sweet 16

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Michigan State Spartans guard Jaden Akins (3) plays the ball defended by New Mexico Lobos guard Donovan Dent (2) in the second half during the NCAA Tournament Second Round at Rocket Arena. - Ken Blaze, USA TODAY Sports
Michigan State Spartans guard Jaden Akins (3) plays the ball defended by New Mexico Lobos guard Donovan Dent (2) in the second half during the NCAA Tournament Second Round at Rocket Arena. - Ken Blaze, USA TODAY Sports

No. 2 seed Michigan State defeated No. 10 seed New Mexico, 71-63, Sunday night to advance to the Sweet 16.