MSU also looked to crash the boards, having two or three players in the paint after every shot that went up. Michigan State men's basketball defeated Northern Arizona in its 2022-23 season-opener, and freshman Jaxon Kohler flashed his potential for the Spartans 79 overall in the 2022 class. Again, this team will be better later in the season, but Spartan fans should anticipate a less-strong opponent than the game appeared to portend on the schedule a few weeks ago. Where: Breslin Center, East Lansing, Michigan, When: Friday, Nov. 18, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Michigan State gets some much-needed relief to its schedule for the rest of the month. East Lansing, Mich. Michigan State's men's basketball team will host Northern Arizona in the first game of the 2022-23 season on Monday, Nov. 7 (7 p.m.). Since 2009-10, Michigan State is one of only six teams (including that 2016- 17 team) to play at least four AP ranked opponents in the month of November. All three scholarship freshmen forward/center Jaxon Kohler, center Carson Cooper and guard Tre Holloman played in the game and scored at least one point. WebVisit ESPN for the game summary of the Michigan State Spartans vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs NCAAM basketball game on November 11, 2022 Jaxon Kohler missed Layup. Every transition and semi-transition chance Michigan State gets should be a push no let-up. CORONADO, Calif. Michigan State Head Coach Tom Izzo called a vintage timeout with the Spartans trailing 64-63 with 15.6 to play after MSU led for the majority of the game. Buckle up, Spartan Nation! Michigan State dropped eight spots to No. The Michigan State Spartans mens basketball team led the No. Relatively speaking, Michigan State has been much better at taking care of the basketball early this season than they had been for the several years prior. The margin of error for the Spartans' squad is thin, and when two guys like Hauser and Walker don't provide the expected production, there aren't many places for Izzo to turn on this roster. Sissoko, Akins, Kohler and Hall should all get multiple offensive rebounds in this one: punish the smaller Villanova team, and get into the Wildcats bench by drawing fouls and pressuring the paint. Everything other than the win. 24 alongside a Spartan Helmet logo. 4 Kentucky on Tuesday in the Champions Classic in Indianapolis (credit: WebThe official 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster for the Michigan State University Spartans. Of the other options in the paint, Mady Sissoko (4.5 minutes per game last year) and four-star freshman Jaxon Kohler will also get opportunities. Michigan State still leads the all-time series with Northwestern, 94-41, but the Wildcats have won three of the last four meetings. Here are three things that stood out most from the game: Senior forward Malik Hall led MSU in scoring with 15 points. 2 Gonzaga on Friday and No. WebMichigan State Spartans Roster. Following forward Jaxon Kohler, guard Tre Holloman and center Carson Cooper, as well as walk-on guard Nick Sanders. Cooper, meanwhile, was once thought to be a candidate for a redshirt season in East Lansing. W, 5-2. 4 Kentucky, No. Team Roster. It is important more players go up to rebound, considering Michigan States lack of size in the frontcourt. The senior power forward did add eight rebounds and three assists, but this was a disappointing outing for a guy who's played pretty well early this season. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Hell need to be more assertive in 2022-23. Center Carson Cooper played four minutes, and scored his first collegiate point from the free throw line. Michigan State is the ONLY team to play two teams in the top 4, with No. Name POS HT WT Jaxon Kohler 0. A once-in-a-lifetime setting, a nationally renowned opponent, to play like you belong, showing the college basketball world that youve got a squad thats serious. Michigan States freshmen and sophomores combined for nine points while shooting 4-of-12 from the floor. The official 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster for the Michigan State University Spartans Kohler, Jaxon: 6-9: 240: F: Fr. In a game the Spartans )2 - Tyson Walker (60 Sr.), Jaden Akins (64 So. The junior looked more comfortable in every aspect of the game. Freshmen big men Jaxon Kohler and Carson Cooper had a hard time in transition, as they need to adjust to the speed of college basketball. Over three games, the Spartans have a 34 percent free-throw rate. Junior guard A.J. Men's College Basketball News. Michigan State is the ONLY team to play two teams in the top 4, with No. The junior point guard finished with a career-high 23 points on 8-of-16 shooting, while adding six rebounds, two assists, a steal and a blocked shot. Started the season off right pic.twitter.com/IEDMLVQ2nL. With this victory, the Spartans improve to 6-4 overall and 1-1 in Big Ten play. 4.) Hoggard and Tyson Walker ended up with 14 and 12 points, respectively. However, given the Spartans' lack of depth in the frontcourt, the true freshman may find himself pressed into duty at center behind Sissoko and Kohler. WebThe official 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster for the Michigan State University Spartans. WebVisit ESPN for the game summary of the Michigan State Spartans vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish NCAAM basketball game on November 30, 2022 Jaxon Kohler made Layup. FR. If Mady keeps this up, then this teams ceiling changes. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Notes. Tipoff is slated for 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time from San Diego. Michigan State men's basketball bounced back from two consecutive losses, as point guard A.J. Hoggard led Michigan State to a 67-58 win. Hauser is here to play ball. Michigan State Spartans. Michigan State has a lot of depth in its backcourt with A.J. WebVisit ESPN for the game summary of the Kentucky Wildcats vs. Michigan State Spartans NCAAM basketball game on November 15, 2022 Jaxon Kohler missed Jumper. Michigan State trailed for most of the game, but the Spartans led when it mattered most, when the clock hit 0:00 after double-overtime. While none of the guards played as well as they can, all of them made important plays: Akins with some needed bench scoring and seven crucial rebounds; Hoggard with two clutch free throws, nine assists and a few good defensive sequences (he, especially, needs to play far better on both ends for this team to reach its ceiling); and Walker with some crucial buckets and assists in the last 16 minutes of the marathon contest. Defensively, he played good help defense on his rotations and had two blocked shots. Spartan Reacts: Who is under center in 2023? Akins played 23 minutes tonight, but made a minimal offensive impact with just three points and two assists on 1-of-6 shooting. 1 - A.J. MSU moves to 1-0 on the season prior to facing Gonzaga on Friday. He provided an offensive lift for MSU in the first half tonight when the Spartans needed it. Kohler needs to continue to work on his conditioning and defense, but we've seen flashes of what made the freshman a four-star prospect coming out of high school. In vintage Tom Izzo fashion, the Michigan State mens basketball team started their 2022-2023 campaign with a schedule as hard as Charles Oakleys biceps. Odds & lines subject to change. Michigan State is expected to add a lot of top-end talent to its future roster on National Signing Day this Wednesday, but the youngsters already getting their first taste of college basketball are worth getting excited about. After two fouls in the opening 20 minutes, starting shooting guard Tyson Walker picked up two more in the first four minutes after halftime, which put him on the bench for the majority of the second frame. No emotional let-up attack. The official 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster for the Michigan State University Spartans Kohler, Jaxon: 6-9: 240: F: Fr. The Spartans started quick and early, and never trailed in the game. Starting center Mady Sissoko once again found himself in foul trouble early in this one, and that forced head coach Tom Izzo to turn to his true freshman big man Jaxon Kohler to play extended minutes in the first half. Notes. Men's College Basketball News. Junior center Mady Sissoko (22) dunks the ball during a game against Villanova at the Breslin Center on Nov. 18, 2022. Defensive lapse, foul trouble hurt Spartans in first half. 4 Kentucky on Tuesday in the Champions Classic in Indianapolis (credit: Of course, Michigan State is probably still kicking itself for letting a home game against Northwestern get away, but with tonight's road win at Penn State the Spartans avoid an early hole to start conference play. The Spartans went 2-1 in the Phil Knight Invitational this week, notching a pair of tight wins against Oregon and Portland. The senior didn't stretch the floor like we've seen him do often this year, going 0-for-2 from the three point line, but that didn't sink his game. The challenge for the Wildcats has been the supporting cast. Everything other than the win. A once-in-a-lifetime setting, a nationally renowned opponent, to play like you belong, showing the college basketball world that youve got a squad thats serious. American Fork, Utah / Southern California Academy: 1: Brooks II, Pierre: 6-6: 220: G: So. After leading for the majority of the first half, the Spartans fell behind by a couple possession in the second half of a hotly-contested game and just couldn't get over the hump, falling to the Wildcats by the final score of 70-63. The fifth-year senior has shot the ball much better this season, and has been the Spartans' best rebounder as well. ), Carson Cooper (611 Fr.). That will not happen now as he impressed throughout the summer and preseason practices, and ended up earning a spot in the rotation. Rebound and run Villanova will not contest the offensive glass, so the Spartans need to quickly clean the glass and find their guards to push pace. Michigan State men's basketball improved to 3-1 on the season after holding off a ferocious late rally from Villanova to beat the Wildcats, 73-71. Kohler shot 3-of-5 from the field, and went 0-for-1 from beyond the three-point line. Junior center Mady Sissoko (22) dunks the ball during a game against Villanova at the Breslin Center on Nov. 18, 2022. The Spartans shot just 41.8 percent from the floor (23-of-55), including 37.0 percent (10-of-27) in the second half. The Spartans defeated the Wildcats 73-71.Photo by This Villanova team, like Kentuky before them, will have to face the Spartans with an incomplete team potential lottery pick Cam Whitmore is still recovering from preseason surgery and will not play. Gambling problem? The Spartans went 2-1 in the Phil Knight Invitational this week, notching a pair of tight wins against Oregon and Portland. CORONADO, Calif. That was almost everything Michigan States basketball team could want in an experience. A showing like that, against that level of an opponent, on the heels of one of his worst games as a Spartan was huge for the team, and bigger for him. One of the first players off the bench for the Spartans in the win was highly-touted freshman power forward Jaxon Kohler. Jaxon Kohler plays big role in 1st half. Oregon (2-3), No. Payne played for MSU from 2010-2014, leading MSU to the Elite Eight in his final season. In a game where none of the Spartan guards played particularly well (outside of Tyson Walkers late-flourish), it was the Spartan front-court that won the game against the veritable fleet of prime-time athletes the Wildcats committed to the fray. The official 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster for the Michigan State University Spartans Kohler, Jaxon: 6-9: 240: F: Fr. Men's College Basketball News. It cannot be emphasized enough how impressive Sissoko has been to start the season. It appears that Walker has altered his shooting form slightly, as the hitch that was in his shot is now gone. "So, I think tonight Ill call Z-Bo [Zach Randolph] tonight and have him call Jaxon and tell him, Ya know, youve got to pass the ball once in a while. CORONADO, Calif. Michigan State Head Coach Tom Izzo called a vintage timeout with the Spartans trailing 64-63 with 15.6 to play after MSU led for the majority of the game. Hall scored in double figures 15 times, including 10 games against Big Ten foes. Michigan State continues Big Ten play on Wednesday when they travel to State College to take on Penn State (6-2) in the Nittany Lions' conference opener. Sissoko followed up his at times dominant outing against Gonzaga with an even more impressive outing against the reigning National Player of the Year in Oscar Tshiebwe. MSU took a 34-20 lead into halftime. Michigan State mens basketball season had its unofficial start on Tuesday evening when the Spartans hosted Grand Valley State for an exhibition. MSU has not hit those rates since the two Gary Harris teams (the 2012-2013 and 2013-2014 seasons). Hoggard (11) dribbles the ball during a game against Villanova at the Breslin Center on Nov. 18, 2022. Hauser can struggle to defend at times, especially now with Malik Hall out of the lineup, but he's making up for that in other areas. Team Roster. That will give MSU the opportunity to rest up and hopefully get Malik Hall ready for the restart to Big Ten play in 2023. Northwestern out-rebounded Michigan State, 31-30. He connected on 51.5 percent of his shots from the floor, including 42.6 percent from 3-point land. Most importantly, Sissoko didnt get into any foul trouble. However, MSU's head coach would like his freshman to share the basketball a little more as the season progresses. Northwestern out-rebounded Michigan State, 31-30. Izzo got the defensive performance that he was looking for on a night in which Michigan State really needed it. In vintage Tom Izzo fashion, the Michigan State mens basketball team started their 2022-2023 campaign with a schedule as hard as Charles Oakleys biceps. That may be the biggest component for him this season, as the other centers behind him are true freshmen. He had a pair of dunks tonight off of two dimes from A.J. He can shoot a three, so I dont mind that. Pressure the Villanova guards, defend solidly and patiently against Villanovas screens and perimeter-oriented forwards. Freshman point guard Tre Holloman had three assists and showed promise as a distributor, but ended up scoreless on just two shot attempts.Sophomore shooting guard Pierre Brooks was 0-3 from three, and forced up a couple shots. Sissoko also added five rebounds and two blocks. CORONADO, Calif. That was almost everything Michigan States basketball team could want in an experience. A couple times Grand Valleys guards got around Sissoko and made some tough finishes, which is only going to get harder against better competition. 2 Gonzaga, No. But the Spartans have done a much better job of taking care of the basketball so far this season. There's reason for optimism that Michigan State has put a larger emphasis at valuing the basketball, but the turnovers hurt MSU tonight. While the senior shot 4-of-11 from the floor, Walkers form looked better and the numbers should improve over time. The Spartans poor effort on the defensive end led to too many fouls for MSU through 20 minutes as well, as the Wildcats converted 12-of-14 free throw attempts in the first half. On Monday night, Michigan State opened its 2022-23 season with a 73-55 victory over Northern Arizona. 2 Gonzaga on Friday and No. The Spartans defeated the Wildcats 73-71. The 6-foot-9, 240-pounder is arguably the biggest guy on Michigan State's roster his measurables are similar to those of junior center Mady Sissoko. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Hoggard, senior guard Tyson Walker, senior forward Malik Hall, graduate forward Joey Hauser and junior center Mady Sissoko. The Only Colors, a Michigan State Spartans community, Michigan State Mens Basketball: Villanova Preview, Spartan Reacts: Setting Expectations For Next Season. The excellence on display in that gritty win came from every part of the team: Tom Izzo coached his best individual game since Cassius Winstons senior season, the Spartan defense maintained its intensity and the high standard it set in the first two games for 50 minutes, and, most importantly, every big punch the Wildcats landed, the Spartans countered with a punch of their own a championship-level of determination and composure exuded from every member of the team, even when they made individual errors or missed shots. Izzo doesn't mind seeing his big man try his luck from deep, saying Kohler is a capable three-point shooter. 5 and No. Kohler took advantage of the opportunity, and Penn State's lack of size on the interior, to turn in a good first half for the Spartans. )2 - Chris Arcidiacono (64 Sr.), Angelo Brizzi (63 Fr. Sissoko looked like he belonged, finishing with 11 points on a perfect 4-for-4 shooting, while adding six rebounds and an assist. Hopefully, Akins will be healthy going forward, because the Spartans need all the depth the can get right now. The Spartans defeated the Wildcats 73-71. WebMichigan State Spartans Roster. 53 (Kenpom) Depth Chart: Michigan State mens basketball defeated Northern Arizona 73-55 in the first game of the 2022-2023 season on Monday night. Men's College Basketball News. Akins did contribute defensively with two steals and a blocked shot, but his limited stamina didn't allow Izzo to keep the sophomore out there for long stretches to defend Northwestern's talented backcourt. Holloman was a four-star prospect and ranked No. The Only Colors is looking for a new site manager and writers, Heres your chance to cover Michigan State for us, Mens Basketball: Michigan State at Penn State Game Thread. After a gut-wrenching one-point loss to No. F. 6' 9" 240 lbs. Hoggard put on a show in his home state on Wednesday night. Five players scored in double figures for Michigan State, led by Malik Hall with 15 and A.J. Freshman forward Jaxon Kohler (0) and graduate student forward Joey Hauser (10) guard their opponents during a game against Villanova at the Breslin Center on Nov. 18, 2022. 3.) The Spartans need outstanding nights from Mady Sissoko, Joey Hauser, and Jaxon Kohler to have a chance against Oregons mammoth front-court. I just think that weve got to get [the ball in the paint and kick] it out more.. Hoggard (11) dribbles the ball during a game against Villanova at the Breslin Center on Nov. 18, 2022. Kohler, a former four-star prospect who was ranked No. Five players scored in double figures for Michigan State, led by Malik Hall with 15 and A.J. The freshman scored all six of his points in the opening 20 minutes, and added an assist on a kick out to Jaden Akins for a three-pointer. 2021-22 Jaxon Kohler, Tre Holloman. WebVisit ESPN for the game summary of the Kentucky Wildcats vs. Michigan State Spartans NCAAM basketball game on November 15, 2022 Jaxon Kohler missed Jumper. With Hoggard running the offense, Walker was able to get some set shots, which could be something to look more into, as he may be the Spartans best shooter from deep. In vintage Tom Izzo fashion, the Michigan State mens basketball team started their 2022-2023 campaign with a schedule as hard as Charles Oakleys biceps. However, that old thorn in the Spartans' side returned today, as MSU totaled 13 giveaways against the Wildcats. ), Carson Cooper (611 Fr.) Michigan State must replace three their top three scorers from last year's squad that finished 23-13 overall and 11-9 in Big Ten play. In a game the Spartans 26 (Kenpom) The Spartans picked up a crucial victory against Oregon in the second game of the Phil Knight Invitational (PK85) despite mounting adversity. A once-in-a-lifetime setting, a nationally renowned opponent, to play like you belong, showing the college basketball world that youve got a squad thats serious. Men's College Basketball News. Point guard Tre Holloman played 11 minutes for the Spartans, finishing with four points, two rebounds, an assist, two steals and a blocked shot. The senior show 50 percent from the field (5-of-10), including 3-of-5 from three-point range. Kohler finished with six points, five rebounds, a blocked shot and a steal. Michigan State men's basketball is expected to sign a Top 3 recruiting class on Wednesday when five-star Xavier Booker joins four-stars Jeremy Fears, Coen Carr and Gehrig Normand put pen to paper on their national letters of intent. For one thing, he had nine rebounds I love that about him.". Michigan States Malik Hall (8 ppg, 7 rpg, 50% FGs) is a 6-8, 220-pound senior who has shifted to the three position after splitting time at the four spot for most of his college career. The Spartans need outstanding nights from Mady Sissoko, Joey Hauser, and Jaxon Kohler to have a chance against Oregons mammoth front-court. The numbers honor Adreian Payne and Stan Washington, respectively, both of whom passed away in the last year. The more pressure applied the better note that this pressure does not require swipes at the ball, nor hacks down toward the ball when the Wildcats get in and around the paint make them uncomfortable without bailing them out. Michigan State Spartans Basketball; Jaxon Kohler (69 Fr. That's somewhat understandable for a freshman, but Michigan State needs him to develop quickly in those areas as the season progresses. For their parts, forward Malik Hall and center Mady Sissoko also had huge moments and, like Hauser, and the team as a whole, a series of counter-punches. Prior to the game, Michigan State announced that it would honor two players with a patch on its jerseys this season. Izzo and the Spartans certainly knew that coming in to tonight's game, and they locked up the Nittany Lions throughout the night. Notes. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Joining Hall and Jackson-Davis on the media's preseason All-Big Ten team were Illinois' Terrence Shannon Jr., Iowa's Kris Murray, Michigan's Hunter Dickinson, Minnesota's Jamison Battle, Penn State's Jalen Pickett, Purdue's Zach Edey, Rutgers'Clifford Omoruyi and Wisconsin's Chucky Hepburn and Tyler Wahl. Hoggard and Holloman had three each. Hoggard was an efficient 4-of-5 from the floor, and went 4-for-4 from the foul line as well. Following forward Jaxon Kohler, guard Tre Holloman and center Carson Cooper, as well as walk-on guard Nick Sanders. F. 6' 9" 240 lbs. 20 in the latest AP Poll.. That doesn't sound like much of a difference, but in close games on the road in conference play, every possession is vital. While their big man played his role well tonight, Michigan State didn't get the needed production from other key guys. Michigan State wins this one going away. Michigan States Malik Hall (8 ppg, 7 rpg, 50% FGs) is a 6-8, 220-pound senior who has shifted to the three position after splitting time at the four spot for most of his college career. I would also anticipate Jason Whitens, a 6-foot-6 guard/forward who was a walk-on transfer from Western Michigan prior to the 2021-2022 season, to see his playing time extended significantly. If the Spartans can get healthy and Hoggard plays well, this is one of the better teams in the Big Ten Conference. Rebounding is always an emphasis of any Tom Izzo-coached team, and the Spartans will have to put added effort into that aspect of the game given their limited size and depth in the frontcourt. 20 in the latest AP Poll.. Team Roster. Michigan State finished the game with 16 personal fouls. In the final football-focused survey of the year, fans let their expectations for the 2023 season be known. In a game the Spartans Odds & lines subject to change. After a gut-wrenching one-point loss to No. Plenty of MSU players were high on the stat-sheet. Michigan State dropped eight spots to No. Men's College Basketball News. MSU moves to 1-0 on the season prior to facing Gonzaga on Friday. What a statement the Spartans made in their double-overtime win over Kentucky on Tuesday night in Indianapolis. WebMichigan State Spartans Roster. WebVisit ESPN for the game summary of the Kentucky Wildcats vs. Michigan State Spartans NCAAM basketball game on November 15, 2022 Jaxon Kohler missed Jumper. )4 - Joey Hauser (69 Sr.)5 - Mady Sissoko (69 Jr.), Jaxon Kohler (69 Fr. Kohler wasn't the only true freshman who got his feet wet for Michigan State on Monday night. 2 Gonzaga in the Armed Forces Classic on Friday (Nov. 11) on ESPN. and limited bench talent means that this team will have to grind out wins and rely on offensive efficiency given their inability to force turnovers and their allergy to offensive rebounding. Spartan fans, meet Jaxon Kohler. Hoggard scored 23 points in the Spartans' win over Penn State. East Lansing, Mich. Michigan State's men's basketball team will host Northern Arizona in the first game of the 2022-23 season on Monday, Nov. 7 (7 p.m.). After a gut-wrenching one-point loss to No. Given the Spartans early-season up-and-down three-point shooting, crash the offensive glass. FR. Kohler was a four-star prospect coming out of high school, and you can see the polish on his offensive footwork when he catches the ball in the paint, but he's struggling to defend and rebound at the collegiate level. Brooks is an important piece to this team, and needs to contribute off the bench if Michigan State is going to be successful this season. We noted Walker's foul trouble earlier, and that limited the senior guard to nine points on 4-of-6 shooting. )3 - Malik Hall (68 Sr.), Pierre Brooks II (65 So. The Spartans shot just 41.8 percent from the floor (23-of-55), including 37.0 percent (10-of-27) in the second half. While it may be an exhibition game, there is still much to take away from Michigan States start to the year. During the first game of the season, Michigan State took care of business against Northern Arizona, cruising to a 73-55 victory. Sissoko generally stayed out of foul-trouble (if you ignore two horrendous calls against him), competed incredibly hard on the block, rebounded the ball in traffic, set great screens, finished plays at the rim and hit free throws. Name POS HT WT Jaxon Kohler 0. ', "He had a couple times when he was triple-teamed and guys were wide open, and thats whats frustrates players. "Hes come a long ways and hes really a very good passer too. Cooper added one point, two rebounds and a block. Freshmen big men Jaxon Kohler and Carson Cooper had a hard time in transition, as they need to adjust to the speed of college basketball. Thats a very encouraging stat line for Hoggard. Northern Arizona certainly game-planned for Kohler's size, often throwing double or even triple teams at the freshman when he caught the ball in the post. Do not be surprised to see the Spartans match Villanova when the Wildcats go to four-guard lineups those have been some of the best Spartan lineups this season. W, 5-2. As a result, Izzo is having to rely in a pair of true freshmen big men in Jaxon Kohler and Carson Cooper. The Spartans defeated the Wildcats 73-71. Everything other than the win. Hoggard (11) dribbles the ball during a game against Villanova at the Breslin Center on Nov. 18, 2022. Hoggard (64 Jr.), Tre Holloman (62 Fr. MSU moves to 1-0 on the season prior to facing Gonzaga on Friday. Michigan State men's basketball defeated Northern Arizona in its 2022-23 season-opener, and freshman Jaxon Kohler flashed his potential for the Spartans MSU will play preseason No. Hauser shut out the noise, and played ball. Hauser finished with 18 points (and 10 rebounds) and Brooks had 14 points. Hoggard, but he's not a guy who the Spartans are going to throw the ball to on the block and expect to go get a basket. Of the other options in the paint, Mady Sissoko (4.5 minutes per game last year) and four-star freshman Jaxon Kohler will also get opportunities. Jaden Akins returns to action, but is limited. Men's College Basketball News. CORONADO, Calif. Michigan State Head Coach Tom Izzo called a vintage timeout with the Spartans trailing 64-63 with 15.6 to play after MSU led for the majority of the game. Hoggard with 14. Michigan State needs to get more kinks worked out in that game, because the Spartans face what is arguably the toughest non-conference schedule in the country during this first month. ), Carson Cooper (611 Fr.) Following forward Jaxon Kohler, guard Tre Holloman and center Carson Cooper, as well as walk-on guard Nick Sanders. 2 Gonzaga in the Armed Forces Classic, Mens Basketball: Michigan State at Penn State Game Thread. Spartans Top Grand Valley State in Exhibition Game. On the flip side, the amount of turnovers the Spartans had needs to reduce. During the first game of the season, Michigan State took care of business against Northern Arizona, cruising to a 73-55 victory. Michigan State Spartans. Freshman walk-on guard Nick Sanders (the son of Barry Sanders) also got into the game late. Michigan State allowed Northwestern to shoot 52 percent from the floor in the first half, and that's just not going to cut it for a Tom Izzo-coached basketball team. Oregon (2-3), No. 3.) 20 Alabama and Notre Dame all in November. Michigan State had 13 turnovers in the loss to Northwestern, but cut that number down to nine giveaways tonight. The Only Colors, a Michigan State Spartans community, Michigan State mens basketball rolls past Northern Arizona in 73-55 victory, Spartan Reacts: Setting Expectations For Next Season. 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