Joey Hauser scored a career-high 27 points and Michigan State edged Davidson 74-73 on Friday night in the NCAA Tournament’s first round.

Loyola-Chicago plays Ohio State in one of the top matchups on the second full day of the NCAA Tournament.

The sophomore forward averages 20 points a game and scored a career-high 34 points in the last game against Michigan State. Michigan State greatly improved its chances of playing beyond the Big Ten Tournament by beating then-No. Henry matched a career high with 27 points in the previous meeting, leading Michigan State to a 78-71 comeback win at Indiana less than two weeks ago. “He took the blame at halftime.”In the end, though, the junior forward made plays at both ends of the court to help Michigan State outlast Indiana. Michigan State: Junior guard Foster Loyer had surgery on his left shoulder this week, likely ending his season.

Aaron Henry had 18 points to help the Spartans improve their chances of making the NCAA Tournament with a 71-67 win over No. This year, though, it looked as if the Spartans (13-9, 7-9 Big Ten) would not make their usual appearance in the NCAA Tournament until their recent surge with three straight wins. Michigan State beat top-five teams in consecutive conference games for the first time in program history. “Give Michigan State credit," Holtmann said. AdBIG PICTUREOhio State: Despite losing at Michigan State after a 92-87 setback to Michigan, earning top seeding in the NCAA Tournament is still within reach for the Buckeyes.