EUGENE, Ore. (Interstat) — Michigan State pulled away in the second half to defeat Oregon 68-52 in a nonconference men’s basketball game Tuesday night at Matthew Knight Arena.

The Spartans, who led 28-26 at halftime, held the Ducks to 26 points in each half. Carson Cooper led Michigan State with 19 points and four blocked shots. Jeremy Fears added 14 points and five assists, and Coen Carr scored 15 points.

Takai Simpkins scored 15 points for Oregon. The Ducks were held to 32.8% shooting from the floor. Attendance was 6,634.

Michigan State improved to 17-2 overall. Oregon fell to 8-11.