There was an article recently (maybe posted here) that Rutgers doesn't choose to play that game in MSG, the B1G forces it on them and they are not in favor, as there is a loss of revenue, fanbase, etc. I wish I could find it because there was some interesting stuff about how Rutgers has had more home games switched to MSG than any other team in the conference.
This is the closest I've found, I'll see if I can come up with it.
On Thursday, the NCAA informed Rutgers that Madison Square Garden will officially serve as a home away from home. Saturday’s game for Rutgers against Michigan State at MSG has had its designation changed to a home game per the NCAA. It was listed as a neutral court game up until Thursday. The...
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