Michigan State vs Binghamton Official Game Thread
Breslin Student Events Center
East Lansing, Michigan
The #1 Michigan State Spartans come into this game tonight with a lot more on their mind than Binghamton. PG and player of the year Cassius Winston lost his brother Zach less than 24 hours ago. Winston chose to play tonight.
Tom Izzo said of the loss before the game:
“Our hearts are filled with sorrow for the Winston family.
“Their pain over the sudden loss of Zachary is unimaginable.
“It’s impossible to find the right words in this moment, other than to say that we will support the family in whatever way they need.”
- Tom Izzo, on behalf of the Michigan State basketball program
Comment in the game thread and watch the article for constant updates from my courtside vantage point during the game. For now, the team who all knew Zach well, will try to use basketball to deal with the loss.
The Spartans will be taking on Seton Hall on Thursday. There is no official word on the funeral details for Zach Winston. Keep it tuned to Spartan Nation for all the latest on those key details.
Michigan State held a moment of silence for Cassius Winston's brother, Zachary, who died last night.
— Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) November 11, 2019
Cassius is suited up, and in the starting lineup. pic.twitter.com/SSS5EhvNhm
7:24 PM ET UPDATE: 2nd media timeout of the game. Michigan State lead Binghamton 27-5. 12:00 1st Half. Cassius Winston has 5 points. Marcus Bingham Jr (MBJ) has 9
7:34 PM ET UPDATE: 3rd media timeout of the game. Michigan State lead Binghamton 33-18. 7:14 1st Half. Cassius Winston has 5 points. Marcus Bingham Jr (MBJ) has 9
7:44 PM ET UPDATE: FINAL media timeout of the first half. Michigan State lead Binghamton 41-21. 3:56 1st Half. Cassius Winston has 5 points. Marcus Bingham Jr (MBJ) has 9
What a pass!@cassiuswinston | @MSU_Basketball pic.twitter.com/UYaezMvZl0
— Michigan State on BTN (@MichiganStOnBTN) November 11, 2019
7:54 PM ET UPDATE HALFTIME: Michigan State 55-23 over Binghamton. Cassius Winston has five points. Aaron Henry has 12 and Marcus Bingham Jr (MBJ) has 10. The Spartans have 2 turnovers and are shooting 57%
🐐Izzo, with tears flowing, gives his final encouragement to 🐐 @cassiuswinston before the tip tonight. Winston’s brother passed away less than 24 hours earlier. Izzo was with Cassius late into the night (3 AM) providing support. #SpartanFamily pic.twitter.com/uPvJPkDv4b
— SpartanCenter (@SpartanCenterig) November 11, 2019
He defends, and he can finish.
— Michigan State on BTN (@MichiganStOnBTN) November 11, 2019
Aaron Henry will do a lot of this for @MSU_Basketball. pic.twitter.com/WvdjxpliJ1
UPDATE: 8:19 PM ET 1st Media Timeout of the 2nd Half: Michigan State leads Binghamton 66-36. Cassius Winston has 13 points & Aaron Henry has 14. 15:48
So tough to watch Cassius deal with this tragedy. Spent plenty of time around him over the years and is just a terrific kid: pic.twitter.com/MAm2J4w8lU
— Jeff Goodman (@GoodmanHoops) November 11, 2019
UPDATE: 8:29 PM ET 2nd Media Timeout of the 2nd Half: Michigan State leads Binghamton 75-36. Cassius Winston has 13 points & Aaron Henry has 14. 11:52
UPDATE: 8:39 PM ET 3rd Media Timeout of the 2nd Half: Michigan State leads Binghamton 84-43. Cassius Winston has 15 points & 11 assists for the double-double. Aaron Henry has 14. 7:45
That's the 13th career double-double for @MSU_Basketball senior Cassius Winston and his 17th career game with at least 10 assists. #SpartyNotes
— Michael Carey (@MexCarey) November 11, 2019
Cassius is going to double-double tonight.@cassiuswinston | @MSU_Basketball pic.twitter.com/LW52I1QaW5
— Michigan State on BTN (@MichiganStOnBTN) November 11, 2019
Another nice @cassiuswinston dime, and another nice @Marcusbingham0 finish. pic.twitter.com/Xl9rBSzT9N
— Michigan State on BTN (@MichiganStOnBTN) November 11, 2019
UPDATE: 8:54 PM ET FINAL Media Timeout of the 2nd Half: Michigan State leads Binghamton 93-46. Cassius Winston has 17 points & 11 assists for the double-double. Aaron Henry has 16. Xavier Tillman has 17 points and eight boards. 4:20
84-43 lead and....this 😳#GoGreen
— Michigan State Men's Basketball (@MSU_Basketball) November 11, 2019
pic.twitter.com/rzsV49LnAQ
Our thoughts are with Cassius and his family and loved ones. https://t.co/OufKxd6xq8
— Minnesota Men's Basketball (@GopherMBB) November 11, 2019
FINAL SCORE 100-47 Spartan WIN!!!
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