Men's Basketball Poll

Michigan State Spartans

2024

Overall Record

20-14

Last Game

vs Indiana L 64-65

Conference Record

10-10

Next Game

@Indiana 03/10/2024

Michigan State guard Tyson Walker drives to the basket past Mississippi State forward D.J. Jeffries during the first half of a first-round college basketball game in the NCAA Tournament, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Tom Izzo wins 20th first round NCAA Tournament game as Michigan State tops Mississippi State 69-51

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Tyson Walker scored 19 points and Spartans coach Tom Izzo picked up his 20th win in the first round of the NCAA Tournament as his ninth-seeded Spartans beat the eighth-seeded Bulldogs 69-51 on Thursday in the West Region.

Michigan State guard Tyson Walker drives to the basket past Mississippi State forward D.J. Jeffries during the first half of a first-round college basketball game in the NCAA Tournament, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Tom Izzo, Michigan State pick up another first-round win in March Madness, topping Mississippi State

North Carolina forward Armando Bacot (5) hanging from the basket after scoring against Pittsburgh during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the semifinal round of the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament Friday, March 15, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

If it seems like everyone can score in March Madness, there is a reason. Offense has evolved

FILE - James Madison guard Terrence Edwards Jr. (5) shoots against Georgia State forward Jay'Den Turner (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Harrisonburg, Va., Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. James Madison’s Terrence Edwards says his team has been dealing with pressure ever since it stunned the college basketball world with a season-opening upset of then-No. 4 Michigan State. Edwards and the Dukes are hoping it enables them to make a similar impact on March Madness.(Daniel Lin/Daily News-Record via AP, File, File)

Watch out for these players from one-bid leagues who could shake up March Madness

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo reacts during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Purdue in the quarterfinal round of the Big Ten Conference tournament, Friday, March 15, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

March Madness hits different for Tom Izzo at Michigan State, where 26th bid in a row wasn’t a layup

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North Carolina and Michigan State square off in second round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 5 North Carolina Tar Heels and Michigan State Spartans play in the NCAA Tournament second round. The teams play Saturday for the first time this season.

Mississippi State Bulldogs play the Michigan State Spartans in first round of NCAA Tournament

The Mississippi State Bulldogs and Michigan State Spartans meet in the NCAA Tournament first round. The teams meet Thursday for the first time this season.

Mississippi State and Michigan State meet in opening round of NCAA Tournament

The Mississippi State Bulldogs take on the Michigan State Spartans in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament. The teams meet Thursday for the first time this season.

Purdue guard Lance Jones (55) celebrates after making a basket while fouled during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Michigan State in the quarterfinal of the Big Ten Conference tournament, Friday, March 15, 2024, in Minneapolis. At right is Purdue's Zach Edey (15). (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

No. 3 Purdue opens Big Ten Tournament play with 67-62 win over Michigan State

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Zach Edey had 29 points, 12 rebounds and two blocks, as No. 3 Purdue recovered from a blown 12-point lead to beat the Spartans 67-62 in a hard-nosed quarterfinal game in the Big Ten Tournament on Friday.

Michigan State guard Tre Holloman (5) and Purdue center Zach Edey, center, get into an altercation during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in the quarterfinal round of the Big Ten Conference tournament, Friday, March 15, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

No. 3 Purdue hangs on to beat Michigan State 67-62 in Big Ten quarterfinals

Zach Edey had 29 points, 12 rebounds and two blocks for third-ranked Purdue as the Boilermakers recovered from a blown 12-point lead to beat Michigan State 67-62 in a hard-nosed quarterfinal game in the Big Ten Tournament.

Purdue Boilermakers play in Big Ten Tournament against the Michigan State Spartans

The No. 3 Purdue Boilermakers and Michigan State Spartans square off in the Big Ten Tournament. Friday’s game will be the second meeting this season between the two teams.

Michigan State guard Tre Holloman (5) gestures after making a 3-point basket during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Minnesota in the second round of the Big Ten Conference tournament, Thursday, March 14, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Hoggard, Walker lead a late charge as Michigan State beats Minnesota 77-67 in Big Ten Tournament

A.J. Hoggard scored 17 points on 6-of-6 shooting, Tyson Walker added 15 points and No. 8 seed Michigan State beat No. 9 seed Minnesota 77-67 in the second round of the Big Ten Conference Tournament.

Michigan State Spartans and Minnesota Golden Gophers square off in Big Ten Tournament

The Michigan State Spartans take on the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the Big Ten Tournament. Thursday’s game will be the third meeting of the season between the two teams.

Michigan State Spartans play in Big Ten Tournament against the Minnesota Golden Gophers

The Michigan State Spartans and Minnesota Golden Gophers play in the Big Ten Tournament. Thursday’s game will be the third meeting of the season between the two teams.

Indiana forward Malik Reneau (5) and Michigan State forward Malik Hall (25) reach for a rebound during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, March 10, 2024, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)

Ware scores 28, hits tie-breaking free throw in Indiana’s 65-64 win over Michigan State

Kel’el Ware had 28 points, 12 rebounds and the go-ahead free throw to lead Indiana to a 65-64 victory over Michigan State as the Hoosiers wrapped up the Big Ten regular season with their fourth consecutive win.

Ware leads Indiana against Michigan State after 26-point outing

Indiana hosts the Michigan State Spartans after Kel’el Ware scored 26 points in Indiana’s 70-58 win against the Minnesota Golden Gophers.

Indiana plays Michigan State following Ware’s 26-point showing

Indiana hosts the Michigan State Spartans after Kel’el Ware scored 26 points in Indiana’s 70-58 victory over the Minnesota Golden Gophers.

Michigan State coach Tom Izzo, center, and his son, Steven Izzo, left, are interviewed by the Big Ten Network's Andy Katz following an NCAA college basketball game, Wednesday, March 6, 2024, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

Tom Izzo’s son, Steven, suits up for last home game at Michigan State in 53-49 win over Northwestern

Tom Izzo’s son Steven Izzo suited up in a Michigan State home uniform at the Breslin Center for the last time in a 53-49 win over Northwestern on Wednesday night.

Michigan State forward Malik Hall (25) shoots against Northwestern forward Nick Martinelli (2), left, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Wednesday, March 6, 2024, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

Walker, Hall lead Michigan State past Northwestern on Senior Night

Tyson Walker scored 19 points, Malik Hall had 15 points and 17 rebounds, and Michigan State edged Northwestern 53-49.

Buie leads Northwestern against Michigan State after 27-point outing

Northwestern visits the Michigan State Spartans after Boo Buie scored 27 points in the Wildcats’ 87-80 loss to the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Buie and Northwestern host Michigan State

Northwestern visits the Michigan State Spartans after Boo Buie scored 27 points in the Wildcats’ 87-80 loss to the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Purdue guard Fletcher Loyer (2) reacts after scoring against Michigan State during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, March 2, 2024, in West Lafayette, Ind. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)

Edey leads No. 2 Purdue past Michigan State 80-74 to clinch share of 2nd straight Big Ten title

Zach Edey had 32 points and 11 rebounds, Braden Smith added 23 points and nine boards, and No. 2 Purdue beat Michigan State 80-74 to clinch a share of the Big Ten regular-season championship.

Edey leads No. 2 Purdue against Michigan State

No. 2 Purdue faces the Michigan State Spartans after Zach Edey scored 35 points in Purdue’s 84-76 victory over the Michigan Wolverines.

Edey leads No. 2 Purdue against Michigan State

No. 2 Purdue faces the Michigan State Spartans after Zach Edey scored 35 points in Purdue’s 84-76 win over the Michigan Wolverines.

From left, Michigan State forward Xavier Booker, Ohio State center Felix Okpara (34), Ohio State guard Evan Mahaffey (12) and Michigan State forward Malik Hall (25) vie for a rebound during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, Feb. 25, 2024, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

Royal, Bonner rally Ohio State to 60-57 victory over Michigan State

Devin Royal came off the bench to score 14 points and Dale Bonner buried a 3-pointer at the buzzer to rally Ohio State to a 60-57 victory over Michigan State.

Michigan State hosts Thornton and Ohio State

Ohio State faces the Michigan State Spartans after Bruce Thornton scored 25 points in the Buckeyes’ 88-79 loss to the Minnesota Golden Gophers.

Thornton leads Ohio State against Michigan State after 25-point showing

Ohio State takes on the Michigan State Spartans after Bruce Thornton scored 25 points in the Buckeyes’ 88-79 loss to the Minnesota Golden Gophers.

Iowa forward Payton Sandfort (20) attempts a layup as Michigan State guard Jaden Akins (3) defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Sandfort scores 22 points, Krikke adds a double-double to lead Iowa past Michigan State 78-71

Payton Sandfort scored 22 points, Ben Krikke added 18 points to go with a season-high 14 rebounds, and Iowa beat Michigan State 78-71.

Freeman and Iowa host Michigan State

Iowa visits the Michigan State Spartans after Owen Freeman scored 20 points in the Hawkeyes’ 88-86 overtime victory over the Wisconsin Badgers.

Iowa visits Michigan State following Freeman’s 20-point game

Iowa visits the Michigan State Spartans after Owen Freeman scored 20 points in the Hawkeyes’ 88-86 overtime win over the Wisconsin Badgers.

Michigan forward Olivier Nkamhoua (13) passes the ball while defended by Michigan State forward Jaxon Kohler (0) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

Michigan State continues its Big Ten push beating Michigan 73-63 behind Walker, Hall

Tyson Walker scored 19 points and Malik Hall scored 18 points and Michigan State beat Michigan 73-63 for its first win at Crisler Center since 2019.

Michigan State visits Michigan following Hall’s 29-point game

Michigan State visits the Michigan Wolverines after Malik Hall scored 29 points in the Spartans’ 80-72 win over the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Hall and Michigan State host Michigan

Michigan State plays the Michigan Wolverines after Malik Hall scored 29 points in the Spartans’ 80-72 win over the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Michigan State's Tyson Walker, center, drives between Penn State's Qudus Wahab (22) and Jameel Brown (5) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Gary M. Baranec)

Michigan State pulls away in the first half, beats Penn State 80-72 behind Hall’s career-high 29

Malik Hall had a career-high 29 points and 10 rebounds, Jaden Akins scored 16 of his 20 points in the first half and Michigan State beat Penn State 80-72.

Michigan State visits Penn State after Hoggard’s 23-point game

Michigan State visits the Penn State Nittany Lions after A.J Hoggard scored 23 points in the Spartans’ 88-80 win against the Illinois Fighting Illini.