Mar 19, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Jeremy Fears Jr. (1) takes a shot during the second half against the North Dakota State Bison during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
Mar 19, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Jeremy Fears Jr. (1) takes a shot during the second half against the North Dakota State Bison during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
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When, who does Michigan State basketball play next in NCAA Tournament?

Michigan State basketball is moving on to the second round of the NCAA Tournament, so when and who will it play next?

No. 3 seed Michigan State made easy work of No. 14 seed North Dakota State on Thursday afternoon, winning 92-67. The Spartans led for the final 36 minutes of the game, and their lead never dipped below double digits in the second half.

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With the win over the Bison, Michigan State moves on to the second round and faces No. 6 seed Louisville on Saturday. The game time and broadcast information for this contest will be announced late Thursday night or early Friday morning.

Louisville advanced to the second round by beating No. 11 seed South Florida on Thursday. The Cardinals led by more than 20 points in the second half, but had to fend off a late rally from the Bulls to advance.

Stay with Spartans Wire for additional coverage on this game between Michigan State and Louisville in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

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Reporting by Robert Bondy, Spartans Wire / Spartans Wire

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