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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.

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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 1

MSU's Fralick Breaks Down Spartans' Tough Loss to Michigan

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Michigan State's women's basketball is still in a good spot, but had to accept a setback on Sunday afternoon. The 13th-ranked Spartans were able to force overtime against arch-rival No.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 1

MSU Women Fall Just Short in OT vs. Michigan in Top-15 Matchup

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- A tremendous showcase of women's basketball caem at the expense of a Michigan State defeat. The 13th-ranked Spartans just couldn't break through No.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 1

Questions at Important MSU Position Remain After Loss to Michigan

It's becoming clear again that Michigan State has a specific way it needs to play against top teams. MSU is not a team devoid of talent, but it's also not the most talented roster in the country by any stretch.

Tom Izzo News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 1

MSU's Tom Izzo Explains Spartans' Downfall in Loss to UM

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Tom Izzo was certainly not too pleased with his team's performance on Friday. No. 7 Michigan State put itself in a big, 18-point hole during the first half against third-ranked Michigan.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 1

Why MSU's Big Men Have Hit Rough Patch

Michigan State senior big men Carson Cooper and Jaxon Kohler have been a massive part of the Spartans' success this season. They've shown everyone what growth and improvement should look like at the college level, but just as MSU hits the toughest stretch of its Big Ten schedule, the play of its bigs has declined.

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / February 1

Watch: Michigan Gets Big Road W vs. Rival Michigan State | Recap, Insights and Future Outlook

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 1

Spartans Host Recruits During Electric Rivalry Night at Breslin Center

Michigan State basketball battled in-state rival Michigan on Friday night in a tough matchup at the Breslin Center. Although the Spartans fell 83–71, the arena — and all of East Lansing — was loud and energetic from start to finish.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 1

3 Things to Know as MSU Women Square Off With Michigan

The men's team is not the only team set for a big-time rivalry matchup this weekend. Michigan State's women's team has had a fantastic season as well. The Spartans are up to 13th in the AP Poll, the program's highest ranking since 2011, and are 19-2 overall and 8-2 during Big Ten play.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / February 1