Michigan State was able to reestablish itself back at the top of the Big Ten in 2024-25, and reaching the Elite 8 further proved that Tom Izzo could still get the job done. Yet Izzo’s mortal enemy, the transfer portal, once again nipped him in the bud. Izzo’s Spartans are dealing with a major loss in their depth in the post. UCLA and Mick Cronin have to be feeling pumped. The … [Read more...] about Former Michigan State McDonald’s All-American Commits to UCLA
What’s Next For Michigan Wolverines After Landing Two Players, And Losing One To Portal
The Michigan Wolverines had a very successful first season under head coach Dusty May. But in today’s college basketball world, rather than reminiscing about the season’s glow, May had to quickly get back to work and start building their roster for year two. After three mediocre seasons under Juwan Howard, Michigan finished this past season with a 27-10 record, the Wolverines ‘ … [Read more...] about What’s Next For Michigan Wolverines After Landing Two Players, And Losing One To Portal
Ole Miss Faces Tough Test in Michigan State Defense
The Ole Miss Rebels will face off against the Michigan State Spartans on Friday in the Sweet 16. Head coach Tom Izzo and Michigan State bring in one of the best defenses in college basketball. They rank fifth in the country in defensive rating according to Kenpom. The key for Ole Miss will be whether or not they have the offense to beat the two-seed in the south region of the … [Read more...] about Ole Miss Faces Tough Test in Michigan State Defense
Which First-Year Head Coach Will Pull Sweet Sixteen Upset?
The coaching carousel is alive and active. Richard Pitino went to Xavier after Sean Miller went to Texas. NC State hired Will Wade, Virginia hired Ryan Odom, Iowa hired Ben McCollum, and the list goes on. However, none of those compare to the moves made last season. Major coaches moved on and immediately led their team to success. Louisville may have been the most notable … [Read more...] about Which First-Year Head Coach Will Pull Sweet Sixteen Upset?
Michigan Guard Enters CBB Transfer Portal; Potential Destinations
Michigan combo guard Justin Pippen will enter the transfer portal, per Travis Branham of 247Sports. Michigan’s Justin Pippen Enters CBB Transfer Portal A true freshman, Pippen is the son of Hall of Fame forward Scottie Pippen and younger brother of Memphis Grizzlies point guard Scotty Pippen Jr., who played at Central Arkansas and Vanderbilt, respectively. While his pedigree is … [Read more...] about Michigan Guard Enters CBB Transfer Portal; Potential Destinations