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The NCAA announced a new rule for men's college basketball starting next season. On Tuesday, the NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel approved the implementation of a coach's challenge.
Report: Spartans' Transfer F Ranked Top-100 Transfer
The Michigan State Spartans brought in several new transfers to join the 2025-26 roster as head coach Tom Izzo looks to win another Big Ten title and make an even deeper run in the NCAA Tournament.
3 Burning Questions for Michigan State Basketball in 2025-26
We're three months removed from Michigan State's Elite Eight run, and with several key departures, Coach Tom Izzo’s squad has plenty of work to do. Sure, it’s shaping up to be a transition year in East Lansing — but if there’s one thing we’ve learned over the years, it’s to never count out Tom Izzo.
Michigan State HC Tom Izzo fires back at critics of his NIL, transfer portal usage
College sports will enter a new era of NIL following the approval of the house settlement this past week. Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo to provide his thoughts on the ever-evolving situation.
Tom Izzo Shrugs Off ‘Michigan State Southwest’ Talk As Suns Turn To Jordan Ott
Tom Izzo has heard the jokes. He’s seen the memes. And yes, he knows Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia keeps pulling from the Michigan State tree. But according to the longtime Spartans coach, the narrative doesn’t quite match the motive.
Jase, Jason Share Respective Perspectives on Playing Under MSU's Izzo
Jase Richardson is on his way to hearing his name called in this month's NBA Draft, and the Richardson name will once again be stitched on the back of an NBA jersey.
What Nick Saban Told J Batt About Michigan State
Michigan State got a good one with J Batt, who was recently hired as the university's new athletic director. Batt not only has a great track record as
MSU AD J Batt Places Emphasis on Football
J Batt was publicly introduced as Michigan State's new athletic director on Wednesday, and the Tom Izzo Football Building was buzzing with excitement. Batt is expected to lift this athletic department back to national prominence, and of course, that is going to start with fundraising for name, image and likeness (NIL).
Watch: MSU's Tom Izzo Speaks at J Batt's Introductory Press Conference
EAST LANSING, Mich. -- It was a packed house at Michigan State athletic director J Batt's introductory press conference on Wednesday. The Spartan community is excited for this new age of Michigan State athletics, as Batt is expected to turn things around for a department that is held to a higher standard than most.
Report: Michigan State AD Candidate Has Surfaced
Michigan State is still in search of its next athletic director. We got a little insight into the situation last week, when Tony Paul of The Detroit News reported the salary Michigan State is willing to pay, as well as a potential timetable for when a decision will be made.
Izzo Built MSU Roster the Way He Wanted to
Tom Izzo has navigated another offseason, aiming to remain in contention for the Big Ten title. It was a modest transfer portal season for Izzo’s Spartans, bringing in just four players.
MSU's Izzo Should Use Star NBA Defenders as Recruiting Pitch
On Thursday, former Michigan State stars Draymond Green and Jaren Jackson Jr. were named to the NBA's All-Defensive Teams. Green earned first-team honors, while Jackson was placed on the second team.
Report: MSU Eyeing One of Top '26 Prospects, Five-Star PG
Michigan State basketball is a historically successful program, not just through wins and banners, but in recruiting from the high school ranks. That's always been a route Tom Izzo can rely on.
Is Shooting Still an Issue for MSU?
The Michigan State Spartans’ offseason looks like it has come to a close. With so much production leaving the team, many expected Tom Izzo and his staff to hit the transfer portal hard. Instead, Izzo was selective in the portal during the offseason, only landing players he believed to be a culture fit in East Lansing.
College Basketball News / Miami Hurricanes on SI / May 19
Divine Ugochukwu Finds a Perfect Landing Spot Out of the Transfer Portal
The Miami Hurricanes have lost another player to the transfer portal in the new look season for the program under Jai Lucas. One player that many thought would stay to continue his growth because of his upside was guard Divine Ugochukwu.
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / May 18
Point Guard Spot All Set as Michigan State Lands Miami Transfer
After Michigan State basketball lost Tre Holloman in the transfer portal following the 2024-25 season, things were getting thin with ball handlers for Tom Izzo. Hence, the Spartans had been looking to add a player who could take some of the load off and relieve starting point guard Jeremy Fears Jr.
Michigan State Spartans News / The Only Colors / May 18
Divine Ugochukwu Transferring To Michigan State 
Spartans get third transfer of offseason Tom Izzo added another player to the backcourt on Sunday with the news that Divine Ugochukwu will transfer to Michigan State.
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / May 18
Former Miami Guard Divine Ugochukwu Announces Transfer Portal Decision
Former Miami Hurricanes guard Divine Ugochukwu committed to Tom Izzo and the Michigan State Spartans out of the transfer portal on Sunday according to a report from Sam Kayser of League Ready.
Michigan State’s Tom Izzo adds Jase Richardson replacement with Miami transfer
Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo is getting a quality player from the transfer portal. The Spartans are adding guard Divine Ugochukwu, per On3.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / May 1
Tom Izzo named co-interim AD in Michigan State shakeup
Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo and deputy athletic director Jennifer Smith were named as co-interim athletic directors while the university searches for a permanent replacement for Alan Haller.
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 17
Tom Izzo Admits He 'Failed' Former 5-Star Prospect Who Decided to Leave Michigan State
The Michigan State Spartans won the Big Ten's regular season championship but failed to capture the Big Ten Tournament championship prior to their time in the NCAA Tournament this March.
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 13
Former Michigan State Star Officially Transfers After Leaving Tom Izzo
The Michigan State Spartans were halted on the road to a national title during the NCAA Tournament. Under the leadership of head coach Tom Izzo, Michigan
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 28
Michigan State continues inevitable Elite Eight runs under Tom Izzo
The Michigan State Spartans may not always have the best talent or the most impressive roster, but as long as Tom Izzo is leading the program you can be sure they are going to be a force to be reckoned with when March rolls around.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 29
Men's Sweet 16 winners, losers: All-SEC Final Four remains on table
The Elite Eight in the 2025 NCAA men's basketball tournament is officially set, and it will feature another appearance from Michigan State's Tom Izzo and the possibility of four SEC teams advancing to the Final Four.
College Basketball News / The Spun / March 26
Kirk Herbstreit Reacts To Tom Izzo's Transfer Portal Rant
The NCAA transfer portal officially opened on Monday, but don't expect Michigan State coach Tom Izzo to be very active this week. During his media availability on Tuesday, Izzo faced a few questions about the transfer portal opening up in the middle of the NCAA Tournament.
Michigan State Spartans News / Yardbarker / March 25
Michigan State is mirroring its 2000 national championship run
The Spartans, led by head coach Tom Izzo, last advanced to the Elite Eight in 2019. They'll be looking to end that six-year drought on Friday and continue their march towards a third national title.
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / March 20
Michigan State's Tom Izzo Speaks Out About Future, Retirement
The Michigan State Spartans and legendary head coach Tom Izzo are set to begin the 2025 NCAA Tournament. As March Madness starts firing on all cylinders, Izzo is getting older and there are some who are wondering how much longer he has left on the sideline.
Michigan State Spartans News / Yardbarker / March 18
Michigan State's Tom Izzo heads into March Madness with nothing to prove
It sounds like Izzo is doing his best to not get caught up in the "what have you done for me lately?" culture.
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