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Prior to the thrilling overtime win over Illinois, MSU had not played well for almost two weeks. If it feels like happens almost every year, you not alone. Today, Dr. Green and White digs into the #math of the "Tom Izzo Bermuda Triangle."
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The annual Michigan State mid-season lull: quantifying the "Tom Izzo Bermuda Triangle" | Spartans Illustrated
Does it seem like the Spartans always drop a few games right in the middle of the Big Ten season? It is not just your imagination
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February 12, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Prior to the thrilling overtime win over Illinois, MSU had not played well for almost two weeks. If it feels like happens almost every year, you not alone. Today, Dr. Green and White digs into the #math of the "Tom Izzo Bermuda Triangle."
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Pink game tonight at 8 on Peacock.
February 11, 2026 at 12:49 PM
Pink game tonight at 8 on Peacock.
Following MSU's big overtime win over Illinois and the rest of the weekend's action, the Spartans Illustrated MSU and Big Ten Basketball Odds and Stats Tracker has been fully updated.
Check it out and stand by for more analysis latter.
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Check it out and stand by for more analysis latter.
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Michigan State and Big Ten Basketball Odds and Stats Tracker | Spartans Illustrated
This is your one-stop shop for all the data that you never knew you needed to understand the Big Ten race and MSU's place in it.
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February 9, 2026 at 6:21 PM
Following MSU's big overtime win over Illinois and the rest of the weekend's action, the Spartans Illustrated MSU and Big Ten Basketball Odds and Stats Tracker has been fully updated.
Check it out and stand by for more analysis latter.
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Check it out and stand by for more analysis latter.
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Behind the Scenes w/@davidharns.bsky.social: How and why Tom Izzo refused to take Dusty May’s bait during a week of manufactured drama. Here's a full breakdown of leadership, accountability, and how Tom Izzo wouldn't play along with Dusty May’s attempt to shape who Jeremy Fears is.
Behind the Scenes: How and why Tom Izzo refused to take Dusty May’s bait during a week of manufactured drama | Spartans Illustrated
Jeremy Fears was backed, then challenged, and - in the end - trusted by his coach
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February 8, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Behind the Scenes w/@davidharns.bsky.social: How and why Tom Izzo refused to take Dusty May’s bait during a week of manufactured drama. Here's a full breakdown of leadership, accountability, and how Tom Izzo wouldn't play along with Dusty May’s attempt to shape who Jeremy Fears is.
Jeremy Fears Jr played 42.5 minutes, scored 26 points, dished out 15 assists, made 12-13 free throws, pulled down three rebounds, and grabbed one steal in tonight's 85-82 victory over Illinois. Only two turnovers all night.
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February 8, 2026 at 4:26 AM
Jeremy Fears Jr played 42.5 minutes, scored 26 points, dished out 15 assists, made 12-13 free throws, pulled down three rebounds, and grabbed one steal in tonight's 85-82 victory over Illinois. Only two turnovers all night.
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Like clockwork, No. 10 Michigan State ends brief Big Ten slump with a win over No. 5 Illinois. The Spartans force overtime to send the Illini packing with an 85-82 V-4-MSU.
Jeremy Fears Jr. led scorers with 26 points and 15 assists.
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Jeremy Fears Jr. led scorers with 26 points and 15 assists.
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No. 10 Michigan State wins it 85-82 in overtime over No. 5 Illinois | Spartans Illustrated
The Spartans force overtime and outlast the Illini for a top five win that snaps a two-game losing streak.
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February 8, 2026 at 4:24 AM
Like clockwork, No. 10 Michigan State ends brief Big Ten slump with a win over No. 5 Illinois. The Spartans force overtime to send the Illini packing with an 85-82 V-4-MSU.
Jeremy Fears Jr. led scorers with 26 points and 15 assists.
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Jeremy Fears Jr. led scorers with 26 points and 15 assists.
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Spartans host the Illini tonight at 8 on FOX.
February 7, 2026 at 4:09 PM
Spartans host the Illini tonight at 8 on FOX.
Spartans looks to split the series tonight in Detroit.
February 7, 2026 at 1:24 PM
Spartans looks to split the series tonight in Detroit.
Spartans take on the Nittany Lions at 1.
February 7, 2026 at 12:41 PM
Spartans take on the Nittany Lions at 1.
MSU's loss to Minnesota most likely ended the Spartans' quest for back-to-back Big Ten titles. But the numbers still suggest that MSU can finish strong. Dr. Green and White provides some perspective and a glimpse at several bracket scenarios.
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After a disastrous night in Minneapolis, where do the Spartans stand in the Big Ten race and beyond? | Spartans Illustrated
While back-to-back loses in the heart of the Big Ten race were painful, Michigan State still has the potential to finish strong
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February 6, 2026 at 8:15 PM
MSU's loss to Minnesota most likely ended the Spartans' quest for back-to-back Big Ten titles. But the numbers still suggest that MSU can finish strong. Dr. Green and White provides some perspective and a glimpse at several bracket scenarios.
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No. 2 Spartans take on the No. 1 Wolverines tonight in Ann Arbor at 7 p.m. ET on FS1.
February 6, 2026 at 4:59 PM
No. 2 Spartans take on the No. 1 Wolverines tonight in Ann Arbor at 7 p.m. ET on FS1.
The Michigan State and Big Ten odds and stats tracker has been updated to reflect the debacle in Minneapolis on Wednesday.
It's not good. That's obvious. But click below to see exactly how bad it is. More analysis is coming soon.
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It's not good. That's obvious. But click below to see exactly how bad it is. More analysis is coming soon.
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Michigan State and Big Ten Basketball Odds and Stats Tracker | Spartans Illustrated
This is your one-stop shop for all the data that you never knew you needed to understand the Big Ten race and MSU's place in it.
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February 5, 2026 at 6:40 PM
The Michigan State and Big Ten odds and stats tracker has been updated to reflect the debacle in Minneapolis on Wednesday.
It's not good. That's obvious. But click below to see exactly how bad it is. More analysis is coming soon.
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It's not good. That's obvious. But click below to see exactly how bad it is. More analysis is coming soon.
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Michigan State once again got off to a slow start and dug a hole from which they could not escape. MSU suffered its worst loss of the season, 76-73, at Minnesota. Any hopes of a back-to-back Big Ten title are now on life support.
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Another slow start dooms the Spartans on the road at Minnesota, 76-73 | Spartans Illustrated
The Spartans' hopes for back-to-back Big Ten titles took a major hit as MSU has now lost two straight
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February 5, 2026 at 3:52 AM
Michigan State once again got off to a slow start and dug a hole from which they could not escape. MSU suffered its worst loss of the season, 76-73, at Minnesota. Any hopes of a back-to-back Big Ten title are now on life support.
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Michigan State drops its second-straight on the season with a turnover laden loss to Maryland Wednesday night in East Lansing.
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No. 13 Michigan State drops home matchup to No. 22 Maryland | Spartans Illustrated
The Spartans suffered an upset loss to the Terrapins Wednesday night.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:41 AM
Michigan State drops its second-straight on the season with a turnover laden loss to Maryland Wednesday night in East Lansing.
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Michigan State is in Minneapolis to take on Minnesota at 7 p.m. ET on the B1G Network.
February 4, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Michigan State is in Minneapolis to take on Minnesota at 7 p.m. ET on the B1G Network.
The Spartans host the Terrapins tonight at 6:30 p.m. on B1G+.
February 4, 2026 at 5:56 PM
The Spartans host the Terrapins tonight at 6:30 p.m. on B1G+.
Michigan State is now a longshot to repeat as Big Ten Champs, but a path to glory still exists if MSU can right the ship quickly, starting with the next two games.
Dr. Green & White provides an update on MSU's Big Ten odds and most likely path.
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Dr. Green & White provides an update on MSU's Big Ten odds and most likely path.
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Following the loss to Michigan, the Spartans' path to a repeat has narrowed | Spartans Illustrated
Michigan State is now a longshot to repeat as Big Ten Champions, but a path to glory still exists as long as Izzo can right the ship quickly
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February 3, 2026 at 1:06 AM
Michigan State is now a longshot to repeat as Big Ten Champs, but a path to glory still exists if MSU can right the ship quickly, starting with the next two games.
Dr. Green & White provides an update on MSU's Big Ten odds and most likely path.
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Dr. Green & White provides an update on MSU's Big Ten odds and most likely path.
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Recently-hired Michigan State quarterbacks coach Mike Bajakian is expected to leave the Spartans for the NFL’s Cleveland Browns, Spartans Illustrated has confirmed.
Tom Pelissero was the first to report.
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Michigan State expected to lose quarterbacks coach Mike Bajakian to the Cleveland Browns | Spartans Illustrated
Bajakian previously worked with new Cleveland head coach Todd Monken with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He also previously worked for Pat Fitzgerald at...
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February 1, 2026 at 9:21 PM
Recently-hired Michigan State quarterbacks coach Mike Bajakian is expected to leave the Spartans for the NFL’s Cleveland Browns, Spartans Illustrated has confirmed.
Tom Pelissero was the first to report.
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Tom Pelissero was the first to report.
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An instant classic that didn’t go the Spartans' way.
Michigan State women's basketball battle through 45 minutes before falling 94–91 in overtime to Michigan in front of a packed Breslin Center crowd.
Michigan State women's basketball battle through 45 minutes before falling 94–91 in overtime to Michigan in front of a packed Breslin Center crowd.
Back-and-forth battle ends in overtime loss for MSU women's basketball | Spartans Illustrated
A game with 17 lead changes ends in a 94–91 loss after the Wolverines surge late in OT
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February 1, 2026 at 9:19 PM
An instant classic that didn’t go the Spartans' way.
Michigan State women's basketball battle through 45 minutes before falling 94–91 in overtime to Michigan in front of a packed Breslin Center crowd.
Michigan State women's basketball battle through 45 minutes before falling 94–91 in overtime to Michigan in front of a packed Breslin Center crowd.
No. 13 MSU hosts No. 9 UM at Noon on FS1.
February 1, 2026 at 3:16 PM
No. 13 MSU hosts No. 9 UM at Noon on FS1.
MSU's loss to the Wolverines was tough, but it brought to the surface several problems that need to get fixed.
"There's things I've wanted to do for a couple weeks because I saw some things coming - we'll do that now," Izzo said.
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"There's things I've wanted to do for a couple weeks because I saw some things coming - we'll do that now," Izzo said.
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The painful loss to Michigan could be the catalyst for MSU to reach their potential | Spartans Illustrated
Izzo: "There's things I've wanted to do for a couple weeks because I saw some things coming - we'll do that now."
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January 31, 2026 at 11:16 PM
MSU's loss to the Wolverines was tough, but it brought to the surface several problems that need to get fixed.
"There's things I've wanted to do for a couple weeks because I saw some things coming - we'll do that now," Izzo said.
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"There's things I've wanted to do for a couple weeks because I saw some things coming - we'll do that now," Izzo said.
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The chances for Michigan State to repeat as Big Ten champs took a major hint after last night's loss to the Wolverines. How far did MSU fall? The Odds and Stats tracker is fully updated with more analysis to come.
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Michigan State and Big Ten Basketball Odds and Stats Tracker | Spartans Illustrated
This is your one-stop shop for all the data that you never knew you needed to understand the Big Ten race and MSU's place in it.
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January 31, 2026 at 9:54 PM
The chances for Michigan State to repeat as Big Ten champs took a major hint after last night's loss to the Wolverines. How far did MSU fall? The Odds and Stats tracker is fully updated with more analysis to come.
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BREAKING: Michigan State gets a commitment from rising 2027 East Grand Rapids offensive lineman Grant Adloff.
"He is an exceptional athlete who moves and bends significantly well for someone his size," Shattuck said.
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"He is an exceptional athlete who moves and bends significantly well for someone his size," Shattuck said.
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Ascending 2027 in-state OL Grant Adloff commits to Michigan State | Spartans Illustrated
MSU gets its second class of 2027 commit under Pat Fitzgerald. More details on Adloff.
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January 31, 2026 at 4:30 PM
BREAKING: Michigan State gets a commitment from rising 2027 East Grand Rapids offensive lineman Grant Adloff.
"He is an exceptional athlete who moves and bends significantly well for someone his size," Shattuck said.
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"He is an exceptional athlete who moves and bends significantly well for someone his size," Shattuck said.
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Michigan State digs a first half hole it can't recover from as it falls 83-71 to Michigan at home Friday night.
Jeremy Fears scored 31, but the Wolverines won the rebounding battle on the Spartans' home court.
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Jeremy Fears scored 31, but the Wolverines won the rebounding battle on the Spartans' home court.
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Michigan State digs first half hole it can't escape in 83-71 loss to Michigan | Spartans Illustrated
The Spartans couldn't get Tom Izzo a win for his 71st birthday Friday night hosting the Wolverines.
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January 31, 2026 at 3:59 AM
Michigan State digs a first half hole it can't recover from as it falls 83-71 to Michigan at home Friday night.
Jeremy Fears scored 31, but the Wolverines won the rebounding battle on the Spartans' home court.
Game recap:
Jeremy Fears scored 31, but the Wolverines won the rebounding battle on the Spartans' home court.
Game recap:
The next two weekends for MSU Hockey will determine its chances to win a third straight B1G Championship. Check out the preview of this weekend's clash with No. 5 Penn State in State College.
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Take It Outside: No. 2 Michigan State Hockey at No. 5 Penn State | Spartans Illustrated
The next two weekends for MSU Hockey will determine its chances to win a third straight B1G Championship
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January 30, 2026 at 7:20 PM
The next two weekends for MSU Hockey will determine its chances to win a third straight B1G Championship. Check out the preview of this weekend's clash with No. 5 Penn State in State College.
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