Introductions and reunions: What we learned from MSU women's basketball exhibition win

Introductions

The Michigan State women's basketball team opened its exhibition season with a 90-53 win over Northwood on Sunday at the Breslin Center.

The Spartans were led by junior forward Victoria Gaines, who had 21 points and 10 rebounds.

Other key contributors for MSU included sophomore guard DeeDee Hagemann, who had 15 points, and freshman forward Matilda Ekh, who had 10 points and 7 rebounds.

Reunions

The game was also a reunion for several former MSU players.

Former Spartan All-American Aerial Powers, who now plays for the Minnesota Lynx, was in attendance to support her former team.

Former MSU forward Tori Jankoska, who now plays for the Chicago Sky, also attended the game.

What we learned

The exhibition game gave MSU fans a chance to see the team's new players in action.

The Spartans also got a chance to work on their new offensive and defensive systems.

Overall, the exhibition game was a positive experience for MSU.