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The accolades continue to roll in for Michigan State point guard Jeremy Fears Jr., as he has been named a third team All-American selection by The Sporting News.

S2. Ep 21: BTT Aspirations & Code-Cracking Analytics ft. @TheRealSharty YouTube video by the We Got It! podcast

As March rolls on, we are back with another episode and joined by @therealsharty.bsky.social. We talk all things advanced metrics, Michigan State's analytical profile, and what it sets them up for come tournament time!

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Jeremy Fears' remarkable playmaking season has him chasing Big Ten history | Spartans Illustrated MSU’s sophomore floor general leads the nation in assists while carrying one of the heaviest offensive loads in college basketball

Jeremy Fears Jr. is having one of the best seasons of any point guard in the country.

-9.1 assists per game.
-281 assists.
-A 52% assist rate.

And the Big Ten record is suddenly within reach.

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BRACKETOLOGY: Where does Michigan State men's basketball stand right now? | Spartans Illustrated Where do the Spartans currently stand when it comes to NCAA Tournament seeding?

The regular season has come to an end in college basketball. Let's take a look at where Michigan State currently stands, before the conference tournaments, in the latest bracket projections. ⤵️

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Michigan State can't slow down Michigan's offense, falling 90-80 in Ann Arbor | Spartans Illustrated Michigan State took the lead or tied it up with Michigan five times but couldn't find the baskets against a hot-shooting Wolverine offense in the regular...

Too many Spartans couldn't find a bucket when they needed it as Michigan State falls to Michigan, 90-80, in Ann Arbor on Sunday.

The hotly contested game featured several technical and flagrant fouls throughout in an emotional end to the regular season.

Full recap:

Regular season finale.

If Michigan State is going to beat Michigan, Tom Izzo knows his team has to protect the ball | Spartans Illustrated Ahead of Michigan State's rivalry matchup, head coach Tom Izzo discusses what his team needs to do in order to knock off the Wolverines.

Sunday's regular season finale versus Michigan will be a massive challenge for the Spartans.

Read below on what Tom Izzo believes his team needs to do in order to even up the season series. ⤵️

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Carson Cooper has come full circle from a zero-star to a role model | Spartans Illustrated "I want to be that guy where the coaches say 'be more like Coop.'"

Spartan fans have enjoyed watching several underdogs rise in Tom Izzo's system, but Carson Cooper's story arc is one for the ages.

"I want to be that guy where the coaches say 'be more like Coop.'"

Find out more about his Senior Night here:
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S2. Ep 18: That March Feeling ft. Matt Sheehan YouTube video by the We Got It! podcast

THIS IS MARCH! We are back with another episode as Matt Sheehan joins the show to preview the season finale vs Michigan and look ahead to some potential NCAA Tournament matchups.

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A Hotel Nearby Spartan Stadium: Inside Michigan State’s Plan for the Spartan Stadium District | Spartans Illustrated MSU is preparing a major redevelopment of its athletic corridor that could turn surface parking and open space into a new mixed-use district

Michigan State is considering big changes to the areas surrounding Spartan Stadium. @davidharns.bsky.social breaks those down for readers here:

Spartans look to sweep the Gophers tonight after clinching the Big Ten title in last night's win.

Michigan State Hockey three-peated as Big Ten Champions last night after downing the Gophers in Minneapolis.

Spartans survive late Rutgers rally, escape 91–87 on Senior Night | Spartans Illustrated Michigan State’s Senior Night featured moments of magic, though a late Rutgers rally briefly threatened to spoil the celebration.

After appearing ready to cruise to victory, Michigan State avoids a late rally by Rutgers for a win on senior night.

Jaxon Kohler and Carson Cooper both finish in double figures in their final home games as Spartans.

Game recap:

Breaking down the remaining Big Ten Tournament scenarios | Spartans Illustrated The Big Ten Tournament is right around the corner. Find out hall all the remaining games will impact the final bracket

Dr. Green and White (Paul Fanson) has broken down all the remaining scenarios for the Big Ten Tournament bracket. Check out the new tracker below to keep tabs on where the Spartans and the rest of the conference will land once the dust settles.
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Road wins (and losses) in the B10 can change a team’s trajectory - MSU moves from 13th to 8th in the AP poll following away wins at Purdue & Indiana last week 👀

thank you Seniors 🥺

we might be biased, but we think the MSU fanbase is the most blessed fanbase 🙏

Michigan State is on the road in Minneapolis tonight.

Spartans take on the Illini in the Big Ten Tournament tonight.

S2. Ep 19: The Top Ten Spartans and their Psycho - ft. Jeff Kohler YouTube video by the We Got It! podcast

You won't want to miss this episode! We are joined by none other than Jeff Kohler to discuss Jaxon Kohler's season, the Spartans peaking at the right time, and what makes Michigan State so special.

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After a strong swing through the state of Indiana, March beckons for Michigan State basketball | Spartans Illustrated The Spartans can no longer win a Big Ten regular season title, but wins over Purdue and Indiana have MSU well positioned

The Spartans are locked into a top-five Big Ten finish, most likely the No. 3 seed in the Big Ten Tournament, with a real shot at the No. 2 depending on how the final week shakes out. Dr. G&W breaks down the scenarios here:
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Kur Tengs career-high night and timely shot making helps MSU in win against Indiana | Spartans Illustrated Tom Izzo gave Kur Teng an earful early in the game about missed assignments defensively, and Teng bounced back with timely shot making on the offensive...

Michigan State sophomore guard Kur Teng stepped up on Sunday and helped lift the Spartans to a road win over Indiana with 18 points on six made triples.

“What I really enjoyed is he got challenged and he responded,” Tom Izzo said about Teng.

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BRACKETOLOGY: Where does Michigan State men's basketball stand right now? | Spartans Illustrated Where do the Spartans currently stand when it comes to NCAA Tournament seeding?

It was a fantastic week for Michigan State basketball. Now that we are in March, let's take a look at where they stand when it comes to tournament seeding. ⤵️

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The Michigan State community mourns the passing of Zeke the Wonderdog | Spartans Illustrated Since 2016, Zeke IV served as the latest in a line that began in 1977

Sad news in the Spartan community tonight as Zeke the Wonderdog's handlers - Jim and Terri Foley - announced that Zeke IV has passed. Here's the story:

Michigan State takes care of business at Indiana | Spartans Illustrated Michigan State sweeps the state of Indiana on the road for the first time since 2013-2014 after defeating IU 77-64 on Sunday.

Michigan State takes care of business Sunday as it sweeps the Hoosier state after a 77-64 victory over Indiana on Sunday.

The Spartans shot 50% from 3-point range in an impressive scoring performance. Full game recap:

Spartans take on the Hoosiers in Assembly Hall.

Spartans host the Buckeyes at Noon on BTN.

Michigan State looks to bounce back tonight at Munn.

Spartans have a chance to clinch at least a share of the Big Ten title against the Buckeyes this weekend.

Statement in Mackey: Michigan State’s identity win signals a March-ready team | Spartans Illustrated Michigan State displayed discipline, patience and poise in statement road win at Mackey Arena

After a 74-72 victory last night at Purdue, the Spartans showed that their identity can make up for their contraints and position themselves for a March run.

Mackey Arena tonight at 8.