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Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo looks back at the bench during the second half of quarterfinal of Big Ten tournament against Purdue at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. on Friday, March 15, 2024.

Similar Philosophies Build Respect in Looming MSU-Purdue Clash

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 26, 2026

Michigan State's Jeremy Fears Jr. gets back on defense against Indiana on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, at the Breslin Center.

How to Watch, Listen to MSU's Top-15 Matchup at Purdue

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 26, 2026

Jan 27, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) reacts after a play against the Indiana Hoosiers during the first half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.

Why MSU's Plan for Purdue's Smith Likely to be Complex

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 25, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Sparty, the Michigan State mascot waves a Michigan State flag following a victory over Youngstown State at Spartan Stadium.

MSU To Host 4-Star OT From Rivals’ Backyard on Visit

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 25, 2026

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Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo slaps hands with fans before the game against Ohio State on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

MSU's Izzo Breaks Down Challenge at 'Experienced' Purdue

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 25, 2026

Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo, left, talks with Jaxon Kohler UCLA's during the first half on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Why MSU Stars Must Elevate In Showdown at Purdue

Luke Joseph

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Feb 25, 2026

Michigan State's Jeremy Fears Jr. moves the ball against Purdue during the first half on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Point Guard Battle Highlights MSU's Big Matchup at Purdue

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 25, 2026

Michigan State's Carson Cooper scores against Ohio State during the second half on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Where MSU Stands in Bracket Projections Before Big Week

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 24, 2026

Michigan State's Jeremy Fears Jr. looks on during a game against Ohio State at the Breslin Center on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026.

Why Concerns for MSU's March Future Grew in Lackluster Win

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 24, 2026

Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo looks on before the game against Illinois on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Future Spartan Jervis Reaping More National Praise

Travis Tyler

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Feb 24, 2026

Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo slaps hands with fans before the game against Ohio State on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

No. 8 Purdue Presents Monstrous Challenge for Sluggish MSU

Luke Joseph

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Feb 24, 2026

Michigan State's Ryker Lee, right, moves the puck against Notre Dame's Pano Fimis during the third period on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, at the Munn Ice Arena in East Lansing.

MSU Hockey Tightening Grip on Title Race After Sweep

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 24, 2026

Indiana guard Jasai Miles and the Hoosiers are one of the Big Ten’s bubble teams.

Men’s Basketball Bracket Watch: Big Ten Is Epicenter of Bubble Discussion

Kevin Sweeney

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Feb 24, 2026

Syracuse head coach Adrian Autry has one of the hottest seats in men’s college basketball this season.

Men’s College Basketball Coaching Hot Seat Tracker: The High-Major Jobs to Watch

Kevin Sweeney

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Feb 24, 2026

Michigan State's Jalyn Brown (23) dribbles the ball during a game against UCLA at the Breslin Center on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026.

MSU Women Engineer Important Win at Top-25 Minnesota

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 24, 2026

Michigan State's Coen Carr, right, shoots as Ohio State's Amare Bynum defends during the first half on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Where MSU Ended Up in Latest AP Poll After Undefeated Week

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 23, 2026

Michigan State's Jeremy Fears Jr. looks for the foul after a shot against Ohio State during the first half on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

MSU's Fears Expects More from Himself, Team after Sloppy OSU Win

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 23, 2026

Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo reacts during the second half in the game against Ohio State on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Why Tight Win Has Spartans Searching for Answers

Travis Tyler

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Feb 23, 2026

Michigan State's Carson Cooper, left, pumps his fist after time runs out in the Spartans win over Ohio State on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Sense of Urgency Heightened for Cooper, MSU

Jacob Cotsonika

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Feb 23, 2026

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