Jeremy Fears Jr. scored 19 of his season-high 24 points in the first half to help propel No. 5 Michigan State to a 106-72 victory over Northern Iowa on Friday night.
The Spartans, who currently hold a 4-0 record, maintained their momentum after a recent win against No. 2 Duke, according to reports from the Associated Press.
Michigan State showcased an elite shooting performance by connecting on a school-record 18 3-pointers throughout the contest.
The team broke a previous record established in 2014 and matched two years later, as noted in the latest college basketball coverage.
Fears contributed nine assists without committing a single turnover, building on his previous 18-point, 11-assist performance against the Blue Devils.
Jasiah Jervis added a career-high 20 points, shooting 7 of 9 from the floor and 5 of 6 from beyond the arc.
Coach Tom Izzo praised his team’s ability to create their own shots, noting that he has not often had as many freshmen capable of scoring from anywhere on the floor.
Jordan Scott and Coen Carr each chipped in 11 points for the Spartans, while Greyson Uelmen led Northern Iowa with 16 points.
The Panthers fell behind by as many as 37 points during the second half of the game.
Michigan State players demonstrated depth by spreading the floor, with multiple contributors including Carlos Medlock, Kur Tang, and Jesse McCulloch hitting shots from deep.
The Spartans are now preparing for a road matchup against No. 11 Tennessee on Tuesday night.
Meanwhile, Northern Iowa looks to bounce back when they face Oakland on Saturday, as detailed in the latest basketball dispatches.
The victory solidifies Michigan State’s position following their high-profile win in Chicago earlier this week.
The team’s ability to sustain high-level shooting remains a focal point for Izzo as the season progresses.