Tom Izzo, Michigan State and Big Ten

Tom Izzo sees Michigan State basketball getting tougher, but so does the schedule
Tom Izzo sees No. 12 Michigan State basketball getting tougher after beating No. 20 Illinois on Sunday, but also knows so will the Spartans' schedule.
Michigan State's Tom Izzo calls Illinois the 'best team' in Big Ten
Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo is impressed by what he sees from Illinois. The Spartans beat Illinois Sunday.
Tom Izzo challenges Michigan State to measure up against his top Big Ten team
Michigan State guard Jase Richardson, top left, blocks a shot by Penn State guard Ace Baldwin Jr. (1) as Michigan State center Carson Cooper (15) watches during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis) AP
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 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'
The No. 19 Illinois Fighting Illini have been rolling as winners of six of their last seven games. They have also caught the attention of Tom Izzo, the head coach of their next opponent, the No ...
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.
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 ...
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As No. 14 Michigan State basketball heads to Northwestern, Tom Izzo unsure of Big Ten race
EAST LANSING — The quarter pole of the 20-game Big Ten season for Michigan State basketball arrives Sunday. And Tom Izzo still is not sure what to make of his team’s hot start — as well as ...
No. 12 Michigan St beats Penn St 90-85 for 1st 10-game winning streak since 2019 Final Four season
Frankie Fidler had a season-high 18 points and Jaden Akins scored 16, leading No. 12 Michigan State to a 90-85 victory over ...
MSU Needs to Make a Statement Against Illinois
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo is correct, the expectations on his team need to be tapered. Yes, this is their best start in the Big Ten this decade. Yes, this i ...
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Michigan State basketball: Protecting the ball against Penn State is press key
EAST LANSING – Tom Izzo’s consternation for more than a month over Michigan State basketball’s growing number of turnovers came to a head Sunday against a gritty and veteran Northwestern ...
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WATCH: Michigan State's Tom Izzo Reflects on Win Over Northwestern, Looks Ahead to Penn State
EAST LANSING, Mich. No. 12 Michigan State extended its perfect Big Ten record to 5-0 on Sunday when it bested Northwestern, 78-68, on the road. The Spartans held a dominant lead at halftime but ...