Jase Richardson was known as Jason Richardson’s son when he arrived at Michigan State last fall, following the footsteps of his father who played for the Spartans and in the NBA. The freshman guard has stepped out of his father’s shadow as a calm,

Michigan State's Jaden Akins makes Big Ten all-defensive team while Akins and Jase Richardson make all-freshman team.

To go along with his all-freshman team honors, Jase Richardson was named as a third team all Big Ten selection. Jaden Akins was also named to the team, going along with his all-defensive team selection. Richardson was named unanimously, while Akins was selected by the coaches.

Michigan State freshman guard Jase Richardson had another stellar performance in the Spartans' 79-62 win over Michigan on Sunday.