Michigan State Basketball: 5 takeaways from impressive Maryland win

EAST LANSING, MI - JANUARY 21: Cassius Winston #5 of the Michigan State Spartans drives to the basket while defended by Ivan Bender #13 of the Maryland Terrapins in the first half at Breslin Center on January 21, 2019 in East Lansing, Michigan. (Photo by Rey Del Rio/Getty Images) /

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EAST LANSING, MI – JANUARY 21: Kenny Goins #25 of the Michigan State Spartans shoots the ball over Darryl Morsell #11 of the Maryland Terrapins in the second half at Breslin Center on January 21, 2019 in East Lansing, Michigan. (Photo by Rey Del Rio/Getty Images) /

4. Kenny Goins is more than just a rebounder

There’s been plenty of times this season when Michigan State fans have pulled the “no, no, no… yes” line out when Kenny Goins lines up an open shot. He’s not the greatest shooter in the world, but he’s made his fair share of baskets, even improving from beyond the arc.

Still, Goins is considered a liability on the offensive end of the floor because he’s not really in there to score points, he’s in there to rebound. He’s been an improved player on defense as well, but rebounding has been his specialty this season as he’s averaging 9.6 boards per game.

On a night when Nick Ward was completely off, playing just 14 minutes because of foul trouble, Goins stepped up on both ends of the floor, proving he can be more than just a rebounder.

Goins finished with 14 points and 12 boards to lead the team, making 6-of-12 shots in 33 minutes. He also added three steals, two blocks and two assists.

Don’t sleep on Goins as a valuable contributor on both ends of the floor because he proved he can do a little of everything on Monday night.

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