Michigan State Basketball: Game-by-game predictions for 2018-19

By Ryan Kay | Nov 6, 2018

NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 03: Cassius Winston #5 of the Michigan State Spartans reacts in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines during semifinals of the Big 10 Basketball Tournament at Madison Square Garden on March 3, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images) /

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EAST LANSING, MI – JANUARY 31: Lamar Stevens #11 of the Penn State Nittany Lions shoots over Kenny Goins #25 of the Michigan State Spartans at Breslin Center on January 31, 2018 in East Lansing, Michigan. (Photo by Rey Del Rio/Getty Images) /

Jan. 13: at Penn State

The perfect storm comes crashing on the Spartans as nagging injuries deplete the team’s depth, a bad snow storm delays the team’s flight out and overlooking the Nittany Lions gives Michigan State its first Big Ten loss as they fall to Penn State by six.

Prediction: Loss (14-3, 5-1)

Jan. 17: at Nebraska

After the surprise loss to Penn State, the green and white fan base is thrown into a frenzy doubting the team’s chances of back-to-back Big Ten regular season titles and going on social media and message boards suggesting that Tom Izzo retire. However, Michigan State comes out ready to play and wins by 11 behind Matt McQuaid’s six made 3-pointers.

Prediction: Victory for MSU (15-3, 6-1)

Jan. 21: vs. Maryland

Michigan State usually plays the Terps really well at home. Coach Tom Izzo during the practices leading to the game emphasized diving for loose balls and hustling for rebounds. Look for Kenny Goins to have his best game of the season as Michigan State beats Maryland by 20-plus points.

Prediction: Victory for MSU (16-3, 7-1)

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