Michigan State Spartans: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

MSU Basketball Sets Date for Massive Road Game at Tennessee

Michigan State has officially set up another premier non-conference game. The Spartans announced on Friday morning that their previously reported road game against Tennessee had officially been scheduled for Tuesday, Nov.

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Michigan State's Best Path to Big Ten Success

The Spartans were an abysmal team last year in conference play, sometimes getting close to a victory but only getting the job done at the end of the season, when the team was doomed to an offseason of chaos no matter what.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 17

Analytics Won't Ease Michigan State Football Fans' Concerns

Michigan State may be facing another uphill battle for bowl eligibility. ESPN recently released its computerized preseason projections for the 2026 college football season from its Football Power Index (FPI).

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 17

3 Interesting Things MSU Players Working on at Moneyball

HOLT, Mich. -- Tom Izzo isn't there to bench you for a "bad shot" during Moneyball. The annual event gives Michigan State basketball players a unique avenue to work on new aspects of their game.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 16

MSU Board Must Hire Mark Hollis Right Now. Here's Why

The top of the Michigan State University athletic administration has gone through a fairly chaotic last several weeks. Originally, the school was set to lose president Kevin Guskiewicz and athletic director J Batt, who agreed to serve in their positions at Clemson University and the University of Kentucky, respectively.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 16

Evaluating Kur Teng's Odd Placement On MSU's Roster

The Spartans are chasing a championship this year, as they have the best roster they may have for the next few years. Fans are growing impatient with good but not great success, and the legendary coach Tom Izzo won't be around for too much longer.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 16

One Key Factor Shaping Michigan State Football's 2026 Season

College football rebuilds are much different than they used to be. In the past, plenty of coaches would be given a several-year semi-grace period to get "their guys" onto the roster via high school recruiting.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 15

Predicting Michigan State's First Loss of 2026 Season

The Spartans are trying to find a quick turnaround this offseason so they don't disappoint the Spartan faithful as they did last year, hopefully winning more than one in-conference game.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 15

3 Transfers Michigan State Could Come To Regret

The Michigan State Spartans have barely made a blip on the national radar over the last four years, failing not only to reach a bowl game but also to post a .500 record.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 15

3 Reasons Why MSU Basketball Can Contend for National Title

Michigan State is in the discussion of the nation's best a few months before the official start of the college basketball season. The Spartans are widely considered to be a top-10 team right now.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 14

Pair of Michigan State Players Selected in 2026 MLB Draft

Michigan State baseball saw a pair of its alumni drafted on Sunday. The Spartans saw right-handed pitcher Nolan Higgins and outfielder Nick Williams get selected during this year's MLB Draft.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 14

4 Spartan Transfers Who Could Become Superstars

The Michigan State Spartans were aggressive in adding as much talent as possible from the transfer portal, as head coach Pat Fitzgerald made a statement about what he wants to do in East Lansing.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 14

The Odd Man Out in MSU's Incoming Recruiting Class

The Spartans are looking forward to a very promising season during the long, dreary offseason months, which have been anything but long and dreary for the Spartans and their school.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 14

5 'Unknowns' Who Can Break Out for MSU in 2026

There are usually a few players who can rise up and surprise some people each football season. The probability of that feels even higher at Michigan State .

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 13

MSU Hoops Makes Another Key Non-Conference Battle Official

Another big non-conference game for Michigan State is officially official. The Spartans confirmed on Monday morning that they would be facing off against Gonzaga on Saturday, Dec.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 13

3 Interesting Lineup Possibilities MSU Could Use This Season

One thing that makes this next Michigan State basketball team so interesting is the wide variety of lineups it can use. There are at least two solid options at every position for the Spartans right now, and the team's rotation could theoretically go 12 players deep.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 12

The Replacements For MSU's Harsh Senior Exits

The Spartans have been going through a whirlwind of chaos in most of their sports recently, but the basketball program has been able to get through it all without losing much of its momentum, and if anything, they are actually more poised to succeed than last year.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 10

Michigan State Confirms Our Report With New AD Move

On Friday, it was reported that Michigan State University has named Jon Palumbo its interim athletic director following the departure of J Batt. Batt will begin his tenure as the next AD at the University of Kentucky later this month.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 9

MSU Hoops Schedules Road Exhibition Game Against Big East Program

Michigan State is adding another intriguing early-season matchup to its schedule. On Thursday morning, the Spartans announced they would be going on the road to Marquette for an exhibition game on Sunday, Oct.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 9

How Revamped Michigan State Offensive Line Could Spark Resurgence

To be one of the best teams in the Big Ten, or to have a fighting chance against them, the trenches become the most important aspect of your program, especially if your team is in a rebuild under a new coaching staff and a revamped roster across the board.

Michigan State Spartans News / Yardbarker / July 7

Tom Izzo issues official statement on Michigan State's president returning

What a difference a month makes.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / June 22

What Dusty May leaving Michigan means for Tom Izzo, Michigan State

Monday was anything but a slow news day for college basketball. Early in the day, news broke that University of Michigan men's basketball coach Dusty May will become the new head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, according to a report from ESPN's Shams Charania, Adam Schefter and Pete Thamel.

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