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Why Jasiah Jervis Is Scorer MSU Has Been Waiting For

While Spartan fans are still hurting after the heartbreaking loss to UConn, the future remains bright for next year's team. Jasiah Jervis is the third player to commit to Michigan State from the 2026 high school class.

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Anonymous Former MSU Player Tells Izzo He Regrets Transferring

One former Michigan State player wishes he had never left. On Tuesday morning, Chris Solari of the Detroit Free Press tweeted that MSU's Tom Izzo had told longtime local sportscaster Tim Staudt that he had been texting with a former player for the past three weeks who had left the Spartans in the transfer portal.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 31

Postseason Grades for Each MSU Frontcourt Piece

The frontcourt for Michigan State is going to look different next season. MSU is losing both starting power forward Jaxon Kohler and starting center Carson Cooper .

College Football News / Yardbarker / March 31

Ohio State positioned for NFL Draft feat not seen since 1967

How many Ohio State Buckeyes will hear their name called during the 2026 NFL Draft (scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh)? Better yet, how many will go in the top 10?

Will Ty Simpson become the Shedeur Sanders of the NFL Draft?

Execs react to stunning Fernando Mendoza, Simpson draft takes

What Raiders reportedly have learned about Mendoza

Steelers insider gives update on Simpson draft rumors amid Aaron Rodgers uncertainty

Could Bengals land most athletic player in entire draft class?

Four potential Day 3 NFL Draft picks to keep an eye on

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 30

Key Departing Players for Michigan State Hockey

The Michigan State hockey season has ended in stunning fashion. MSU was up 3-1 in the regional final -- hockey's Elite Eight -- against Wisconsin with only five minutes remaining in regulation.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 30

MSU Players in Interesting Position as Portal Season Nears

It's rare to see a team get through transfer portal unscathed. Michigan State and Tom Izzo value roster retention and internal development more than most programs, but that doesn't mean MSU is immune to losing guys.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 30

Why Lily Williams Is Cornerstone of Michigan State's Future

Michigan State women's basketball has only one recruit in the 2026 class, but Lilly Williams brings enormous potential as a day-one starter. Williams is a 6-foot-6 five-star center from Farmington Hills, Michigan, and one of the most highly touted players in the 2026 high school class.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 29

Starter for MSU Women's Hoops Planning To Enter Transfer Portal

One key part of the Michigan State women's basketball team is exiting via the transfer portal. On Saturday night, On3's Talia Goodman reported that starting MSU center Ines Sotelo is planning to enter the transfer portal once it officially opens on April 6.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 29

MSU's Frozen Four Drought Reaches Biggest Frustration Point

Michigan State may as well have had its spot in the Frozen Four RSVP'd. Everything was going great. The top-seeded Spartans were up 3-1 over 3-seed Wisconsin with five minutes to go.

Carson Cooper News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 29

Carson Cooper Reflects on MSU Career Following UConn Defeat

Carson Cooper is college basketball as it should be. The recruiting rankings said he'd never belong on a high-major court. He went to Michigan State anyway and became someone more than worthy.

Jaxon Kohler News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 29

Kohler Shares Emotions on Time at MSU Following UConn Loss

No moment has ever felt too small for a classic Jaxon Kohler yell. Usually, big men are some of the more timid players on the court, personality-wise. That didn't apply to Kohler .

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 28

Preview: MSU Go for Frozen Four Berth

Michigan State hockey is one win away from returning to college hockey's pinnacle event. The top-seeded Spartans are one of eight teams remaining in college hockey.

Tom Izzo News / The Spun / March 28

Tom Izzo Announces Retirement Decision After Loss To UConn

Shortly after Michigan State lost to UConn in the Sweet 16 on Friday night, Tom Izzo provided an update on his career. Izzo, 71, has been coaching Michigan State's program since 1995.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 28

MSU’s Izzo Squashes Retirement Speculation After UConn Loss

WASHINGTON, D.C. --- Michigan State's head coach spoke like someone who will immediately be getting to work in Year 32 soon. The Spartans' season is done after a 67-63 loss to UConn in the Sweet 16, but Tom Izzo's time in East Lansing isn't done.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 28

3 Biggest Immediate Priorities in MSU Basketball's Offseason

WASHINGTON, D.C. --- It's never too early to think about next year. Michigan State's season is done. The third-seeded Spartans are out of the NCAA Tournament after their 67-63 loss to 2-seed UConn in the Sweet 16 on a late Friday night game that seeped into Saturday morning a bit.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 28

Two MSU Women's Hoops Players to Enter Transfer Portal

The offseason and transfer portal season is here for Michigan State women's basketball. The portal doesn't officially open until April 6, but that doesn't stop players from announcing their intentions to go before the deadline.

Tom Izzo News / ESPN / March 28

Izzo scoffs at retirement talk after Spartans' exit

Michigan State coach Tom Izzo sounded like he wasn't even considering the possibility of retirement after Friday's Sweet 16 loss, saying, "Why? What the hell am I going to do?"

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Michigan State Spartans News / Breakaway on SI / March 23

Michigan State Best Bet for 2026 NCAA Men's Frozen Four Championship

The Michigan State Spartans enter the 2026 NCAA Men's Championship with extreme confidence. The top seed in the Worcester Region, the Spartans are one of the favorites to make it out of the regional play and head to the Frozen Four.

Jeremy Fears News / Athlon Sports / March 21

Jeremy Fears Jr. Makes Michigan State History In March Madness Masterclass

It’s one thing to win in March. It’s another to take control of it. Saturday afternoon in Buffalo felt like it belonged to Jeremy Fears Jr. from the opening stretch, not because he was hunting shots, but because he controlled everything that mattered.