From early foul trouble to late execution, Michigan State learned in real time — and won doing it
Although the Spartans put out a rocky performance for the majority of the first half, they were able to right the ship and get the home conference win.
Izzo didn’t protect. Davis didn’t hide. And that distinction matters.
What the Izzo–Fears–Kohler exchanges revealed about Michigan State’s culture in a win over USC.
Michigan State dominate the Trojans from start to finish in East Lansing behind strong performances from their vets. It also delivered Tom Izzo his 750th career victory.
Michigan State, in its first ever matchup against a ranked Nebraska squad, is plagued by turnovers and poor shooting as it suffers its second loss of the year and first conference defeat.
Michigan State had chances late in Lincoln, but Izzo said turnovers and toughness decided the 58-56 loss to Nebraska.
With a hostile road environment looming at Nebraska, Carr’s consistency has taken on new importance.
For the first time, MSU enters the portal with a visible, funded NIL ecosystem already under construction.
After Michigan State’s 114-point outburst against Cornell, Jeremy Fears Jr. is already focused on what the Big Ten will demand next.
The senior forward’s production, leadership, and work ethic have elevated him into the Big Ten conversation.
"I think we're a good team, trying to be a great team," Izzo said. "Everything's going in the right direction."