Michigan State Basketball: 3 quick reactions from gritty win over Wisconsin

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 11: Marcus Bingham Jr. #30 of the Michigan State Spartans reacts after a play in the game against the Wisconsin Badgers during the Big Ten Championship at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 11, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) /

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Mar 11, 2022; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan State Spartans forward Marcus Bingham Jr. (30) blocks the shot of Wisconsin Badgers guard Johnny Davis (1) in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Marcus Bingham was excellent

Marcus Bingham has had his up and downs this season and all throughout his career. In this game, though, it was a high for Bingham. He had a team-high 19 points which tied a career-high he set earlier this year.

Throughout the night, Bingham played most of his time on the block. He shot 7-for-11 and added 11 rebounds to give him his second double-double in three games. Bingham needs to spend more time in the paint.

Too often last month, Bingham was floating around the perimeter and not battling in the paint. This game showed that he can battle in the paint and that he needs to do so most of his minutes on the floor. He can be so productive when he does so.

When Bingham is on the block and battling in the paint, he is much better. He gives the Spartans a threat down low that forces teams to dig allowing open shots on the perimeter. If Bingham can play strong like this going forward, he might just help this team go far.

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