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Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo (left) has a conversation with guard Jeremy Fears Jr. (right) during a game against the San Jose State Spartans on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025.

Breaking Down, Predicting MSU's Game vs. Kentucky in Champions Classic

Jacob Cotsonika

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Nov 18, 2025

Michigan State Spartans center Mady Sissoko (22) rushes up the court in excitement after dunking the ball Tuesday, Nov 15, 2022 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Michigan State Spartans defeated the Kentucky Wildcats in double overtime, 86-77.

Ncaa Basketball Uk Vs Michigan State Hoops Michigan State Spartans At University Of Kentucky Wildcats

Remembering the Last Epic MSU–Kentucky Matchup

Carter Landis

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Nov 18, 2025

Michigan State center Carson Cooper battles for a rebound during a game against Colgate on Nov. 3, 2025.

How to Watch, Listen to Michigan State's Clash vs. Kentucky

Jacob Cotsonika

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Nov 18, 2025

Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo.

Michigan State vs. Kentucky Prediction, Odds and Key Players to Watch for Tuesday, Nov. 18

Peter Dewey

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Nov 18, 2025

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Oct 30, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope calls out to his players during the first half against the Georgetown Hoyas at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Three reasons #12 Kentucky will lose to #17 Michigan State

Andrew Stefaniak

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Nov 17, 2025

Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo, left, talks to Coen Carr during the second half in the game against San Jose State on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Tom Izzo shared his thoughts on Kentucky ahead of the State Farm Champions Classic

Andrew Stefaniak

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Nov 17, 2025

Michigan State Spartans forward Jaxon Kohler (0) lets out a scream while being introduced during starting lineup introductions before a game against the San Jose State Spartans on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025.

Where Michigan State Basketball Stands in Latest AP Poll

Jacob Cotsonika

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Nov 17, 2025

Oct 30, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope claps on the sideline during the second half against the Georgetown Hoyas at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Three reasons the Kentucky Wildcats will beat Michigan State

Andrew Stefaniak

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Nov 17, 2025

Oct 28, 2025; Hartford, CT, USA; Michigan State Spartans center Carson Cooper (15) shoots a free throw during the second half against the Connecticut Huskies at PeoplesBank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Smith-Imagn Images

Key Players MSU Basketball Needs Against Kentucky

Carter Landis

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Nov 17, 2025

Oct 24, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Denzel Aberdeen (1) shoots the ball against Purdue Boilermakers guard C.J. Cox (0) during the second half at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Breaking Down the Starting 5 of MSU's Next Opponent, Kentucky

Jacob Cotsonika

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Nov 17, 2025

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo hunches over while watching his team take on San Jose State on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025.

Michigan State’s Recent Recruiting Addition Surges Program to New Heights

Luke Joseph

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Nov 15, 2025

Michigan State's Kur Teng gets back on defense after a 3-pointer against Colgate during the first half on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Why MSU Needs Sophomore Shooter To Take Another Step

Carter Landis

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Nov 15, 2025

Michigan State's Trey Fort shoots against San Jose State during the first half on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

MSU Struggles Reveal Free Throws, Threes Come at a Cost

Carter Landis

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Nov 14, 2025

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo applauds after a play against Oregon during the first half of Big Ten Tournament quarterfinal at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. on Friday, March 14, 2025.

Michigan State Gets Huge Commitment from Five-Star C

Jacob Cotsonika

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Nov 14, 2025

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo yells to his players during a game against San Jose State on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025.

3 Observations from MSU's Win over San Jose State

Jacob Cotsonika

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Nov 14, 2025

Michigan State's Cam Ward celebrates after his dunk against San Jose State during the second half on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

MSU’s Up-and-Down Win Over SJSU: Postgame Reactions

Jacob Cotsonika

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Nov 14, 2025

Michigan State forward Jaxon Kohler speaks to the media following a 79-60 victory over San Jose State on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025.

Why MSU's Kohler Called Second-Half Slump a 'Learning Experience'

Jacob Cotsonika

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Nov 14, 2025

Michigan State guard Jeremy Fears Jr. speaks to the media following a 79-60 victory over San Jose State on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025.

MSU's Fears on His Leadership, Needed Improvements for the Spartans

Jacob Cotsonika

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Nov 14, 2025

Tom Izzo has a conversation with Coen Carr during a Michigan State victory.

Tom Izzo Has No Apologies for Being a Demanding Coach in Colorful Quote

Kyle Koster

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Nov 14, 2025

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