Tom Izzo, Illinois and Michigan

Michigan State Coach Tom Izzo: Illinois Is the Best Team in the Big Ten
To be fair to Michigan State coach Tom Izzo, there aren't as many Alan Andersons and Shannon Browns across college basketball as there once were. So when Izzo butchered the names of Kasparas Jakucionis,
Watch Tom Izzo recaps MSU Basketball's 'crazy' win over Illinois
Michigan State overcame a poor start to knock off ranked foe Illinois from the Breslin Center. The Spartans won by the final score of 80-78.
As No. 14 Michigan State basketball heads to Northwestern, Tom Izzo unsure of Big Ten race
As No. 14 Michigan State basketball heads to Northwestern atop the Big Ten, Tom Izzo is unsure of what to expect in the unpredictable conference race.
Win over Illinois a big boost to Michigan State basketball’s Big Ten title hopes
The Spartans' win over Illinois bought breathing room against one of the Big Ten's most dangerous title contenders.
Michigan State’s thrilling win over Illinois has Tom Izzo feeling nostalgic
As long as Tom Izzo is the head coach of the Michigan State Spartans, they’re not a team that should be overlooked.
Michigan State HC Tom Izzo on Illinois: They look like the 'Celtics or Lakers'
Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo had high praise for the Spartans' next opponent, the Illinois Fighting Illini.
Tom Izzo: These fixes can take No. 14 Michigan State basketball 'from good to great'
Despite being on a seven-game win streak and 3-0 in Big Ten play, Tom Izzo sees areas where No. 14 Michigan State basketball must improve in a hurry.
Michigan State’s Tom Izzo calls Illinois the ‘best team’ in Big Ten
Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo thinks Illinois is one of the best teams in the country, and the best in the Big Ten. That statement takes on new meaning, considering the Spartans defeated Illinois on Sunday.
Tom Izzo challenges Michigan State to measure up against his top Big Ten team
EAST LANSING – Michigan State was just minutes removed from recording its 10th straight win. Seven weeks since their last loss and unbeaten in Big Ten play, the No. 12 Spartans were ripped Wednesday night by coach Tom Izzo.
What makes Tom Izzo special for Michigan State basketball? He'll tell you 'straight up'
Tom Izzo said No. 12 Michigan State basketball must defend better Sunday against No. 20 Illinois on Sunday despite the Spartans' offensive upturn.
WATCH: Michigan State's Tom Izzo Reflects on Penn State, Looks Ahead to No. 19 Illinois
No. 12 Michigan State is heading into what will likely be its toughest conference game yet when it hosts No. 19 Illinois on Sunday.
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Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings following MSU's win over Illinois
While MSU’s win over Illinois was huge, Purdue’s win over Oregon was even more impressive, as the Boilermakers took down the ...
Michigan State has a Gauntlet Schedule Left With Big Ten Teams
Michigan State men's basketball has entered the thick of the 2024-25 season, with 14 games remaining on the schedule. This ...
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Here is the latest Big Ten Conference sports news from The Associated Press
This has been a season unlike any other for Ryan Day emotionally. Less than two months ago, loud and influential media voices were calling for the firing ...
Michigan State basketball March Madness projections, bracketology
Michigan State basketball continues to march toward Tom Izzo's 27th straight NCAA tournament bid. Here's where Spartans stand ...
Is MSU in the Driver's Seat in the Big Ten?
The Michigan State Spartans lead the Big Ten with an undefeated conference record, but a few other teams are hot on their ...
Couch: MSU's basketball team shows it's capable of winning what would be a meaningful Big Ten title
It’s clear now that MSU’s basketball team is capable of winning a Big Ten championship. For this program and Tom Izzo, it ...
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5 most interesting games remaining for Gophers men's basketball
Oregon has adjusted well in its first season as a Big Ten program. Led by talented big man Nate Bittle, head coach Dana ...
Michigan State takes down Illinois and remains undefeated in Big Ten play
Tom Izzo thought Sunday’s game against Illinois had a chance to be an instant classic and one of the best environments the ...