Michigan State lost at Rutgers on national TV. Essence Carson led the Scarlet Knights' late comeback despite her four fouls; she and Ajavon combined scored 35.

Carson "definitely was the player of the game," said State coach McCallie; "They went to her and she delivered."

With two losses last week (the other one at Penn State), the Spartans probably won't be ranked this time around: should Rutgers-- improved to 7-1 since New Year's Day-- replace them?