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Sporting events are like pieces of paper or divorces: There are two sides to every one. For Michigan State, the Spartans' 64-54 victory over Michigan was about toughness, defense and an inspiring performance by Draymond Green. For Michigan, this was about the look on one guy's face.
The look did not change for Tim Hardaway Jr. When Zack Novak talked to him during warm-ups before the second half, Hardaway clenched his jaw and looked straight ahead. When reporters asked questions afterward, he looked as if he were ready to play Michigan State again. And as he walked out of the arena toward the team bus, it was a determined walk.
"Nobody's more disappointed than him," U-M coach John Beilein said. "But I love coaching that kid and I can't wait to get with him...
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