During Michigan State’s 84-39 thrashing of Nicholls State Saturday, junior guard Keith Appling had the opportunity to do something he hasn’t done so much of lately.
With the Spartans up big and Michigan State coasting to victory, Appling, a 6’1” guard from Detroit, Michigan, strolled over to his team’s bench, high-fived his teammates and then finally did something we haven’t seen much, he took a seat.
The game served as somewhat of a break for Appling. He played in only 28 minutes, a low mark for him (coming in he was averaging nearly 36). Appling once again led the Spartans to victory, directing the offense out on the floor, scoring 13 points and dishing out 6 assists against lowly Nicholls State.
This game also served as the continuation and reiteration of a fact that has become all too clear for Michigan State: Keith Appling is the man. Over the course of the beginning of this short season, he has developed into the unquestioned leader of this team and one of the nation’s best po...
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