Tom Izzo, Michigan State and Illinois

Tom Izzo sees Michigan State basketball getting tougher, but so does the schedule
Tom Izzo sees No. 12 Michigan State basketball getting tougher after beating No. 20 Illinois on Sunday, but also knows so will the Spartans' schedule.
Michigan State Coach Tom Izzo: Illinois Is the Best Team in the Big Ten
To be fair to Michigan State coach Tom Izzo, there aren't as many Alan Andersons and Shannon Browns across college basketball as there once were. So when Izzo butchered the names of Kasparas Jakucionis,
What Tom Izzo said after Michigan State's win over Illinois
Tom Izzo managed to beat his old friend Brad Underwood on Sunday as Michigan State basketball held on to beat Illinois at home. It was a tough, grind-it-out win over Illinois as the Spartans struggled to hit shots, but they did outperform Illinois at the free throw line and that was ultimately the difference.
Tom Izzo says Michigan State basketball has a problem despite 10th straight win
An incensed Tom Izzo called Michigan State basketball's second-half defensive issues "a problem" after surviving Penn State for a 10th straight win.
WATCH: Michigan State Coach Tom Izzo Speaks After Win Over Illinois
No. 12 Michigan State got the test that many were waiting for when it hosted No. 19 Illinois on Sunday afternoon. The Spartans passed the
What makes Tom Izzo special for Michigan State basketball? He'll tell you 'straight up'
Tom Izzo said No. 12 Michigan State basketball must defend better Sunday against No. 20 Illinois on Sunday despite the Spartans' offensive upturn.
Tom Izzo reveals Michigan State basketball's battle cry that sure is working
As Michigan State basketball enjoys its eight-game win streak heading to Northwestern on Sunday, senior Frankie Fidler's struggles continue.
Michigan State’s thrilling win over Illinois has Tom Izzo feeling nostalgic
As long as Tom Izzo is the head coach of the Michigan State Spartans, they’re not a team that should be overlooked.
Michigan State HC Tom Izzo on Illinois: They look like the 'Celtics or Lakers'
Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo had high praise for the Spartans' next opponent, the Illinois Fighting Illini.
Michigan State edges Illinois at home: Tom Izzo gives his assessment of Spartans' 11th win in a row
Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo breaks down how the Spartans topped Illinois by two at home in a top-25 matchup on Sunday.
Michigan State's Tom Izzo calls Illinois the 'best team' in Big Ten
Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo is impressed by what he sees from Illinois. The Spartans beat Illinois Sunday.
As No. 14 Michigan State basketball heads to Northwestern, Tom Izzo unsure of Big Ten race
As No. 14 Michigan State basketball heads to Northwestern atop the Big Ten, Tom Izzo is unsure of what to expect in the ...
Izzo Talks State of MSU Athletics: 'Good Time to be a Spartan'
The No. 8 Michigan State Spartans (16-2, 7-0) are helping to create an incredible atmosphere at the Breslin Center with the success and support that multiple pr ...
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Overheard inside Michigan State’s locker room: The good old days and intimate conversations
Michigan State's Jase Richardson (11), Frankie Fidler (8), Jaden Akins (3), and Tre Holloman (5) celebrate after defeating ...
Michigan State basketball March Madness projections, bracketology
Michigan State basketball continues to march toward Tom Izzo's 27th straight NCAA tournament bid. Here's where Spartans stand ...
Izzo Frustrated With Spartans' Defensive Effort Against Penn State
The No. 12 Michigan State Spartans (15-2, 6-0) picked up another clutch conference win on Wednesday night, earning a thrilling 90-85 victory over the Penn State ...