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Michigan State's Jaden Akins celebrates after a 3-pointer against Bowling Green during the second half on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Keys to an MSU Victory Against Stanford

How can the Michigan State Spartans improve their 3-1 record against the 4-1 Samford Bulldogs?

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Keys to an MSU Victory Against Stanford

How can the Michigan State Spartans improve their 3-1 record against the 4-1 Samford Bulldogs?

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March 23, 2024, Charlotte, NC, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Tyson Walker (2) shoots against North Carolina Tar Heels guard Seth Trimble (7) in the second round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Former Spartan Turns in Huge Showing Off the Bench For New Team

Tyson Walker is balling out in the G League for the Texas Legends.

Nov 15, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) smiles as he returns to the bench during the first quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

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Michigan State Legend Looks Completely Revitalized

Michigan State Spartans legend Draymond Green has seemed to revitalize his game with the Golden State Warriors this NBA season.

Nov 16, 2024; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans forward Coen Carr (55) dunks against Bowling Green Falcons during the second half at Breslin Center. Mandatory Credit: Junfu Han/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

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Pros and Cons Through Four Games for Michigan State

A list of pros and cons for Michigan State men's basketball after the Spartans' 3-1 start to the season.

Nov 16, 2024; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans center Carson Cooper (15), center Szymon Zapala (10) and guard Tre Holloman (5) look on from the bench during the second half against the Bowling Green Falcons at Jack Breslin Student Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Dale Young-Imagn Images

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Michigan State Overcame Surprising Deficit in 14-Point Victory

Michigan State basketball defeated Bowling Green after a rough start.

Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore challenges an incomplete pass intended for tight end Colston Loveland (not pictured) during the second half against Oregon at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Moore lost the challenge.

REPORT: MSU Rival Michigan's Hiring of Sherrone Moore a Big Mistake

The Michigan State Spartans have their man in head coach Jonathan Smith. The Michigan Wolverines, on the other hand, might have made a colossal mistake.

Michigan State guard Jaden Akins (3) dribbles against Bowling Green guard Javontae Campbell (2) and guard DaJion Humphrey (3) during the first half at Breslin Center in East Lansing on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024.

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Michigan State Survives Bowling Green Thanks to Huge Scoring Run Late

Michigan State men's basketball beat the Bowling Green Falcons 86-72 on Saturday night, closing the game on an 18-0 run.

Nov 4, 2024; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo protests a call that went Monmouth Hawks way during the first half at Jack Breslin Student Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Dale Young-Imagn Images

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Tom Izzo Previews MSU's Next Opponent, Bowling Green

Michigan State will host Bowling Green for its third home game of the young season on Saturday.

Mar 15, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Lourawls Nairn Jr. (11) moves down the court during the practice day before the first round of the 2018 NCAA Tournament at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-Imagn Images

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Michigan State to Host Familiar Face at the Breslin Today

Former Spartan guard Lourawls "Tum Tum" Nairn Jr will return to the Breslin as the associate head coach for Bowling Green.

From left, Michigan State's Jaden Akins, A.J. Hoggard and Mady Sissoko react after Sissoko is called for a foul against Ohio State during the second half on Sunday, Feb. 25, 2024, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

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Former Michigan State Basketball Teammates Faced Off

Former Michigan State basketball teammates AJ Hoggard and Mady Sissoko squared off, now as opponents.

Nov 7, 2024; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo sends in a play during the first half against Niagara Purple Eagles at Jack Breslin Student Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Dale Young-Imagn Images

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National Outcry Against Izzo, MSU Hoops Totally Ridiculous

Michigan State and Tom Izzo have taken some heat for their showing in the annual Champions Classic. How fair is it?

Nov 6, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) handles the ball against the Detroit Pistons during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Former Michigan State Star Gets Major Injury Update

Former Michigan State Spartans star Miles Bridges has gotten a significant injury update with the Charlotte Hornets.

Nov 7, 2024; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans forward Frankie Fidler (8) makes the shot and draws a foul too during the second half against the Niagara Purple Eagles at Jack Breslin Student Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Dale Young-Imagn Images

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The Critical Issue That Could Be Michigan State's Undoing

If the Michigan State Spartans don't correct this major issue, they are going to be in for a rough season.

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WATCH: Michigan State Freshman Standout Jase Richardson Talks Kansas Game

Michigan State freshman guard Jase Richardson is off to a great start to his collegiate career.

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WATCH: Michigan State's Jaxon Kohler Talks Kansas Game, His Success So Far This Season, More

Michigan State's Jaxon Kohler posted another double-double in the Spartans' loss to Kansas.

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WATCH: Michigan State's Tom Izzo Reflects on Loss to Kansas, Looks Ahead to Bowling Green

Michigan State Coach Tom Izzo has had a couple days to think over his takeaways from his team's 77-69 loss to No. 1 Kansas in the State Farm Champions Classic.

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Tom Izzo's Honest Thoughts on Loss to Kansas, the Good and the Bad

Coach Tom Izzo reflected on the way his team played in its loss to No. 1 Kansas.

Oct 28, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Max Christie (12) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Former Michigan State Star Deserves More From NBA Team

This former Michigan State Spartans star should be getting more playing time with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo calls out to players during the first half against Niagara on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

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BREAKING: Elite Forward Signs with MSU Basketball

Four-star forward Cam Ward committed to Michigan State in October. Now, he is officially signed.

Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo looks on as the team practices during men's basketball media day on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

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BREAKING: Spartans, Tom Izzo Sign Elite Forward Commit

The Michigan State Spartans earned their first 2025 commitment from four-star forward Jordan Scott. Scott just made it official with his signing.

Nov 12, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Jeremy Fears Jr. (1) collides with Kansas Jayhawks guard Dajuan Harris Jr. (3) during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Aside From Shooting, There is Another Glaring Issue MSU Needs to Clean Up Sooner Than Later

The Spartans turned the ball over 11 times in their loss to No. 1 Kansas, which cost them a lot of points.

Michigan State's Jase Richardson moves the ball against Niagara during the first half on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

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MSU's Bench Makes its Mark Yet Again in Loss to Kansas

The Michigan State Spartans went to battle with the Kansas Jayhawks on Tuesday, which saw MSU's bench help keep their team in the game throughout the entire contest.

Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo yells at a referee after a no call on Jaxon Kohler during the second half in the game against Monmouth on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

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Michigan State's Tom Izzo Reveals Surprising Potential Replacements For His Job

Michigan State Spartans coach Tom Izzo has unveiled a few potential replacements once he steps away, and a couple of the names are surprising.

Nov 12, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo reacts on the bench against the Kansas Jayhawks during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Spartans' Shooting Woes: A Long-Term Concern?

The Michigan State Spartans fell short to the Kansas Jayhawks due to poor shooting from the outside, a concerning trend in the early parts of the season.

Nov 12, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard AJ Storr (2) shoots over Michigan State Spartans guard Jase Richardson (11) during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Michigan State Spartans Insider Podcast: Complete Recap of Spartans' Loss to Kansas

Michigan State was bested by No. 1 Kansas on Tuesday, falling 77-69 in the State Farm Champions Classic.