13 Michigan State beat Purdue 86-65 on Thursday night. VanSlooten scored eight points in the third quarter and Michigan State’s lead did not drop below 20 points in the second half. It was the most points Michigan State has scored in a Big Ten game this season. Avery Gordon made 9 of 11 shots for 20 points to lead Purdue (11-10, 3-7). Michigan State has won five of the last six overall meetings with Purdue, and five straight at Mackey Arena.