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Since taking over the program, new Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald and his staff have hit the ground running on the high school recruiting trail.

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How Wednesday’s Game Will Reveal Critical Trait for Spartans

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- The mental toughness of Michigan State basketball is about to get tested. Last Friday night's loss to then-No. 3 Michigan is not MSU's first loss of the season, but it's the first one that has felt particularly disappointing.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 4

Michigan State’s Bracketology Rating Shifts After Disappointing Weekend

Michigan State's men's basketball team won't be stressing when Selection Sunday roles around next month. The No. 10-ranked Spartans will easily be in the NCAA Tournament field for a 28th straight season, extending the nation's longest postseason streak.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 4

3 Keys to Victory for Michigan State at Minnesota

Michigan State needs a quality performance on Wednesday. The 10th-ranked Spartans (19-3 overall, 9-2 Big Ten) are on the road against a Minnesota squad (10-12, 3-8) that has been better than what its record says it is.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 4

MSU Extends Late Offer to 2026 Quarterback

National Signing Day for the 2026 class is almost here, and the vast majority of prospects have already committed and signed with programs during the early

Jaxon Kohler News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 4

Why MSU Needs Kohler to Break Out of Recent Slump

Michigan State needs its season big man to return to his old form a bit. Jaxon Kohler has had some struggles recently. Across MSU's last five games, he's averaged just 8.8 points and 5.8 rebounds per game while shooting 38.6% from the field and 18.2% from beyond the arc.

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / February 4

Watch: Spartans' Defensive Strength Sets High Floor in Big Ten | Big Ten Basketball

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / February 4

Watch: Evaluating the Top Teams in Big Ten Hoops: Michigan, Illinois, Nebraska, Michigan State and Purdue

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Future Spartan Continues Breakout Season Despite Snub

The 2026 McDonald’s All-American Game rosters were officially revealed, and Michigan State signee Jasiah Jervis was the lone Spartan selected. The New York native has been leading Archbishop Stepinac to a 16-4 overall record and an undefeated 11-0 mark in league play.

Michigan State Spartans News / Total Pro Sports / February 3

‘Michigan State’ Con Man Is Scamming College Football Recruits With Fake Scholarship Scheme

Michigan State is dealing with a new recruiting scam. A con artist is targeting young football players by sending fake scholarship offers. The scam has already tricked several recruits and their families.

Tom Izzo News / The Spun / February 3

Michigan State Coach Tom Izzo Issues Odd Challenge To Reporters

Michigan State men's basketball coach Tom Izzo got a bit defensive when asked about a tactical decision from Friday's 83-71 loss to Michigan. Izzo sat Carson Cooper after the starting center got called for his second foul nearly midway through the opening half.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 3

3 Gophers Deserving of Michigan State’s Focus Wednesday

Michigan State basketball is now 19–3 on the season following a tough home loss to No. 3 Michigan. Heading into halftime, the Spartans trailed 42–26 after shooting an abysmal 7-of-26 from the field and 1-of-11 from three-point range.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 3

Why Scott’s Growing Role Key for MSU as March Approaches

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Michigan State is a program that likes to bank on its experience. Four of its five starters are players who have been Spartans for at least two seasons before this one.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 3

Spartans Refocus While Navigating Gauntlet of 5 Ranked Foes

A rivalry loss can be a bitter pill to swallow, but in the case of the No. 12-ranked Michigan State women's basketball team, there's no tie to wallow in what could've been after Sunday's overtime defeat against No.

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / February 3

Watch: Sage Kellerman Vault vs Michigan | Michigan State Women's Gymnastics

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / February 3

Watch: Sage Kellerman uneven bars vs Michigan | Michigan State Women's Gymnastics

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 3

3 Spartans Need to Step Up Against Golden Gophers

Michigan State basketball now sits at 19–3 on the season following a tough home loss to No. 3 Michigan. Heading into halftime, the Spartans trailed 42–26 while shooting an abysmal 7-of-26 from the field and just 1-of-11 from three-point range.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 2

MSU Basketball Slides in Rankings Following Home Loss to UM

Michigan State's ranking took a tumble in the latest rankings update. The Spartans dropped three spots, from seventh to 10th, in the new AP Poll , which was officially released on Monday afternoon.

Tom Izzo News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 2

MSU's Izzo Must Make This Change Moving Forward

Michigan State's starting lineup has remained largely the same all season. Jeremy Fears Jr., Coen Carr, Jaxon Kohler, and Carson Cooper have all started all 22 games so far.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 2

Young Spartan Learns Tough Lesson in Loss to Michigan

The No. 13-ranked Michigan State women's basketball team fought hard in a home overtime loss to No. 9 Michigan on Sunday, frequently battling from behind.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 2

3 MSU Observations from Women's OT Loss to Michigan

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- The 11,635 people who were at the Breslin Center got as good of a show as they could've hoped for. No. 13 Michigan State was right there with ninth-ranked Michigan, but ultimately dropped a hard-fought game, 94-91 , in overtime in East Lansing on Sunday afternoon.