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Now it&#39;s time for Izzo to take some notes.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:01:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2400,h_1350,x_0,y_62/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp6m462rt1ygf744jw.jpg" caption="MSU men&#39;s basketball head coach Tom Izzo talks to hockey head coach Adam Nightingale during Izzone Campout at Munn Field near Breslin Center in East Lansing on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Aiden Sherrell dream looks to be dead for Michigan State basketball</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/the-aiden-sherrell-dream-looks-to-be-dead-for-michigan-state-basketball-01kp6frjdkdt?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp6frjdkdt</guid><description>Tom Izzo and Michigan State basketball fans had all their eggs in the Aiden Sherrell basket, but it looks like the dream is dead.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:47:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_236/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp6fyy0v08c5fq3jd7.jpg" caption="Mar 19, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Aiden Sherrell (22) shoots the ball during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. 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It&#39;s been a disaster.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:47:11 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_96/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp6ddhmpkscebgmbz4.jpg" caption="Mar 27, 2026; Washington, DC, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo reacts after losing to UConn Huskies in a Sweet Sixteen game of the East Regional of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images | Amber Searls-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Michigan State’s No. 1 transfer target trending toward Big Ten foe</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/michigan-state-s-no-1-transfer-target-trending-toward-big-ten-foe-01kp4tbqqe7x?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp4tbqqe7x</guid><description>Michigan State has been pushing hard for Aiden Sherrell for the past week, but it sounds like Tom Izzo may be losing his grip.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 02:12:13 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3368,h_1894,x_0,y_143/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp4tx5dkv8n4wb6d2k.jpg" caption="Mar 22, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Aiden Sherrell (22) dunks past Texas Tech Red Raiders forward Luke Bamgboye (9) in the first half during a second round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Where is Michigan State ranked in everyone’s way-too-early 2026-27 Top 25 rankings?</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/where-is-michigan-state-ranked-in-everyone-s-way-too-early-2026-27-top-25-rankings-01kp4m4p8a93?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp4m4p8a93</guid><description>Michigan State is ranked pretty highly in everyone’s projected 2026-27 Top 25 projections. Where does everyone have the Spartans?</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:40:38 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3262,h_1834,x_0,y_49/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp4mcag9whkk9syahk.jpg" caption="Mar 19, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Jeremy Fears Jr. (1) brings the ball up court during the second half against the North Dakota State Bison during a first round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images | Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Pat Fitzgerald: Big Ten title, playoff should be the expectation at Michigan State</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/pat-fitzgerald-big-ten-title-playoff-should-be-the-expectation-at-michigan-state-01kp4k263t5a?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp4k263t5a</guid><description>Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald set the bar pretty high for the Spartans, even in his first year with the program.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:49:55 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2251,h_1266,x_0,y_133/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp4k5ng6vveybg6s91.jpg" caption="Michigan State&#39;s new football coach Pat Fitzgerald pats his heart at the crowd in attendance for the Spartans basketball game against Iowa on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. | Nick King/Lansing State Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Michigan State “likely” to receive visit from top transfer portal center target</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/michigan-state-likely-to-receive-visit-from-top-transfer-portal-center-target-01kp41kxv6f7?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp41kxv6f7</guid><description>Michigan State is reportedly “likely” to lock in a visit with Alabama center transfer Aiden Sherrell following his trip to Indiana.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:28:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3441,h_1935,x_0,y_49/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp42x06axgzsbs36mh.jpg" caption="Mar 20, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Aiden Sherrell (22) reacts after a basket in the first half against the Hofstra Pride during a first round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. 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Tom Izzo is making sure the Spartans have options.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:07:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3174,h_1785,x_0,y_292/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp3y3ad8hqmx6d2c8r.jpg" caption="Feb 21, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats center Moustapha Thiam (52) celebrates after scoring against the Kansas Jayhawks during the second half of the game at Allen Fieldhouse. 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Here’s who they could target.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:56:43 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4665,h_2624,x_0,y_214/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp3qg71dh8bywm28sj.jpg" caption="Mar 21, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo reacts in the first half against the Louisville Cardinals during a second round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images | Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>It’s a big day for Michigan State and Aiden Sherrell’s transfer recruitment</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/it-s-a-big-day-for-michigan-state-and-aiden-sherrell-s-transfer-recruitment-01kp3mj1t1bf?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp3mj1t1bf</guid><description>Michigan State fans need to be paying attention to social media, because if Aiden Sherrell remains uncommitted on Monday, that’s huge.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:07:34 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3132,h_1761,x_0,y_70/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp3n81yfg7rsh6sasr.jpg" caption="Nov 4, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama forward Aiden Sherrell (22) bring the ball up court against UNC Asheville at Coleman Coliseum. | Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa News / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Michigan State’s projected RB1 has a lofty personal goal for 2026</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/michigan-state-s-projected-rb1-has-a-lofty-personal-goal-for-2026-01kp1mby2y0c?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp1mby2y0c</guid><description>Michigan State’s projected starting running back has a lofty personal goal for the 2026 season that should make Spartan fans happy.</description><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:54:23 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1600,h_900,x_0,y_159/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp1myjm9dy6w55gdgt.jpg" caption="Michigan State&#39;s Cam Edwards looks on during spring football practice on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, in East Lansing. | Nick King/Lansing State Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Michigan player takes wild cheap shot at Michigan State during championship celebration</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/michigan-player-takes-wild-cheap-shot-at-michigan-state-during-championship-celebration-01kp18adc10v?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp18adc10v</guid><description>A Michigan player took a wicked cheap shot at East Lansing and Michigan State during the Wolverines’ national title celebration.</description><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:24:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3677,h_2068,x_0,y_888/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kp19mqfvehcnx6n68f.jpg" caption="Michigan forward Will Tschetter (42) dribbles against Michigan State forward Jaxon Kohler (0) during the first half at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor on Sunday, March 8, 2026. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dominoes may be falling into place for Michigan State to land Aiden Sherrell</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/dominoes-may-be-falling-into-place-for-michigan-state-to-land-aiden-sherrell-01knyfp45v67?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knyfp45v67</guid><description>The dominoes may be falling into place for Michigan State to land Aiden Sherrell from the transfer portal.</description><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:20:47 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2868,h_1613,x_0,y_29/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knyt8gh7njc5752kkd.jpg" caption="Jan 13, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Aiden Sherrell (22) reacts with an assistant coach during a timeout during the second half against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Humphrey Coliseum. 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Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images | James Snook-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jeremy Fears Jr. reportedly ‘firmly committed’ to Michigan State return</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/jeremy-fears-jr-reportedly-firmly-committed-to-michigan-state-return-01knwctr2rfz?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knwctr2rfz</guid><description>Jeremy Fears Jr. is reportedly “firmly committed” to returning to Michigan State next season, per sources familiar with the situation.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3052,h_1716,x_0,y_7/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knwd02tej19bxjr0n2.jpg" caption="Michigan State coach Tom Izzo talks with guard Jeremy Fears Jr. (1) during the second half of the 2026 NCAA Men&#39;s Basketball East Regional game against UConn at Capital One Arena in Washington DC on Friday, March 27, 2026. &#xA;Michigan State lost the game 67-63. | Eric Seals / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>There’s no need to panic about Jeremy Fears Jr. declaring for the 2026 NBA Draft</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/there-s-no-need-to-panic-about-jeremy-fears-jr-declaring-for-the-2026-nba-draft-01knw9ef2cty?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knw9ef2cty</guid><description>All-American point guard Jeremy Fears Jr. declared for the NBA draft, but there’s no need to panic about the news.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:49:50 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_18/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knw9yfdw0gskghy6n1.jpg" caption="Mar 27, 2026; Washington, DC, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Jeremy Fears Jr. (1) dribbles the ball against the UConn Huskies in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the East Regional of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images | Amber Searls-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Porter Martone has been piping hot since signing with the Philadelphia Flyers</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/porter-martone-has-been-piping-hot-since-signing-with-the-philadelphia-flyers-01kntm47w3n8?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kntm47w3n8</guid><description>Former Michigan State star Porter Martone has been piping hot since signing with the Philadelphia Flyers.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 02:58:14 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5081,h_2858,x_0,y_158/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kntma2x873jb5fyqg4.jpg" caption="Apr 5, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Porter Martone (94) in action against the Boston Bruins in the third period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images | Kyle Ross-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Michigan State may have gotten the steal of a lifetime in Pat Fitzgerald</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/michigan-state-may-have-gotten-the-steal-of-a-lifetime-in-pat-fitzgerald-01knte9t0pw8?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knte9t0pw8</guid><description>Pat Fitzgerald came to Michigan State not because he had to, but because he wanted to. And his level of motivation is palpable.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:24:20 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2400,h_1350,x_0,y_80/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kntenxwyjhat430z0t.jpg" caption="Michigan State&#39;s head coach Pat Fitzgerald instructs players during spring football practice on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, in East Lansing. | Nick King/Lansing State Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Popular Michigan State assistant said he turned down other Big Ten offers to stay</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/popular-michigan-state-assistant-said-he-turned-down-other-big-ten-offers-to-stay-01kntc2453pz?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kntc2453pz</guid><description>A popular Michigan State assistant coach said earlier this week that he turned down other Big Ten offers to remain in East Lansing.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:50:51 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2400,h_1350,x_0,y_132/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01kntcavsae6p2mezwee.jpg" caption="Michigan State&#39;s defensive coordinator Joe Rossi runs to the locker room before the game against Penn State on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. | Nick King/Lansing State Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Michigan State gets unfortunate update regarding transfer center Aiden Sherrell</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/michigan-state-gets-unfortunate-update-regarding-transfer-center-aiden-sherrell-01knt11srn2t?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knt11srn2t</guid><description>Michigan State got an unfortunate update regarding the potential pursuit of Alabama transfer Aiden Sherrell on Thursday.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5033,h_2831,x_0,y_53/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knt19vj1tr31q1fnsc.jpg" caption="Mar 3, 2026; Athens, Georgia, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Aiden Sherrell (22) grabs a rebound against the Georgia Bulldogs at Stegeman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | Dale Zanine-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Rumored transfer big man asking price is demoralizing for Michigan State fans</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/rumored-transfer-big-man-asking-price-is-demoralizing-for-michigan-state-fans-01knsqrkp8bw?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knsqrkp8bw</guid><description>The rumored asking price for transfer big men this offseason is rather demoralizing for Michigan State fans hoping for a center.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:56:14 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_18/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knsqwdsea20rw9v2c8.jpg" caption="Mar 27, 2026; Washington, DC, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo reacts in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the East Regional of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images | Amber Searls-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The biggest transfer portal need that Tom Izzo must address is obvious</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/the-biggest-transfer-portal-need-that-tom-izzo-must-address-is-obvious-01knq6eqm836?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knq6eqm836</guid><description>Tom Izzo enters the offseason with one clear and obvious transfer portal need. What position does the Hall of Famer need to address?</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:18:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4151,h_2334,x_0,y_115/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knq6h24dtp28r4rkc2.jpg" caption="Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo reacts to a play against Louisville during the first half of NCAA Tournament Second Round at KeyBank Center in Buffalo on Saturday, March 21, 2026. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Desmond Howard just proved why Michigan and Michigan State can never get along</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/desmond-howard-just-proved-why-michigan-and-michigan-state-can-never-get-along-01knq9cmfsf3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knq9cmfsf3</guid><description>Former Michigan Heisman winner Desmond Howard posted about “adversity” on X and it proves why his side can never get along with Michigan State.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:10:48 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2400,h_1350,x_0,y_140/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knsj5bnmw8ywvq6vt0.jpg" caption="Desmond Howard of ESPN College GameDay before the Michigan and Michigan State game at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Michigan State&#39;s projected lineup if it lands Aiden Sherrell looks like another Tom Izzo Final Four</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/michigan-state-s-projected-lineup-if-it-lands-aiden-sherrell-looks-like-another-tom-izzo-final-four-01knsfpeqra8?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knsfpeqra8</guid><description>Michigan State’s projected starting five if Aiden Sherrell were to commit would be arguably the best in college basketball.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:26:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2738,h_1540,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knsfvd28r2pkjjx1zf.jpg" caption="Mar 15, 2024; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo celebrates during the second half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Vegas shows immense faith in Michigan State with early 2027 national title odds</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/vegas-shows-immense-faith-in-michigan-state-with-early-2027-national-title-odds-01knnc3qaafe?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knnc3qaafe</guid><description>Vegas is on Tom Izzo and Michigan State’s side when it comes to the early 2027 national title odds. The Spartans are favorites to contend.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 02:57:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_285/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knnfbdpkwvfpsz9tsx.jpg" caption="Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo looks on after a play against Michigan during the first half at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor on Sunday, March 8, 2026. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Tom Izzo should look at elite Big 12 center as priority transfer portal option</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/tom-izzo-should-look-at-elite-big-12-center-as-priority-transfer-portal-option-01kms6g8161g?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kms6g8161g</guid><description>With the transfer portal opening on Tuesday, Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo needs to look at adding a center. This Big 12 transfer should be a top option.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:36:27 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5652,h_3179,x_0,y_212/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knnac7pwsg4xkhde6e.jpg" caption="Jan 24, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats center Moustapha Thiam (52) dunks the ball against the Arizona State Sun Devils in the first half at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The pressure is on Tom Izzo now more than ever to win his second national title</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/the-pressure-is-on-tom-izzo-now-more-than-ever-to-win-his-second-national-title-01knmhevxg7b?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knmhevxg7b</guid><description>Tom Izzo watched as his rival won the Big Ten title on Monday night and the pressure is on him now more than ever to get it done in 2027.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:16:38 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3093,h_1739,x_0,y_127/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knmhjw30ndfgxb09ax.jpg" caption="Mar 19, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo looks on during the second half against the North Dakota State Bison during a first round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images | Mark Konezny-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>5 early transfer portal targets that’d make Michigan State a 2027 national title favorite</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/5-early-transfer-portal-targets-that-d-make-michigan-state-a-2027-national-title-favorite-01knj7ccy6kx?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knj7ccy6kx</guid><description>There are some early transfer targets that I think would be perfect fits at Michigan State. Here’s who I think could make the Spartans title favorites.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:58:55 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3441,h_1935,x_0,y_61/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knmcqhynef64mz1d7k.jpg" caption="Mar 20, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Aiden Sherrell (22) reacts after a basket in the first half against the Hofstra Pride during a first round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Respected analyst has Michigan State No. 1 in his early 2026-27 rankings</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/respected-analyst-has-michigan-state-no-1-in-his-early-2026-27-rankings-01knma3t2vcr?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knma3t2vcr</guid><description>One of the more respected analysts just posted his way-too-early top 25 projections and Michigan State comes in at No. 1.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:18:43 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5079,h_2856,x_0,y_355/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knmaf5p7eqk38ckcdr.jpg" caption="Mar 21, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Michigan State Spartans forward Coen Carr (55) reacts after defeating the Louisville Cardinals during a second round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images | Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 dream transfers Tom Izzo must target for Michigan State with the portal officially open</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/3-dream-transfers-tom-izzo-must-target-for-michigan-state-with-the-portal-officially-open?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Josh Yourish</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knm9qe6c09</guid><description>Tom Izzo isn&#39;t a fan of the Transfer Portal, but to punch back after Michigan&#39;s title run, it could be time to make a major splash. </description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6346,h_3569,x_0,y_170/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knm9yxxk4wgz7px6y0.jpg" caption="Wisconsin Badgers guard John Blackwell (25) | Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Josh Yourish"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>It’s time for Tom Izzo to finally spend some big boy money in the transfer portal</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/it-s-time-for-tom-izzo-to-finally-spend-some-big-boy-money-in-the-transfer-portal-01knj8hy996a?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knj8hy996a</guid><description>Tom Izzo watched his rival win a national title on Monday night and now the pressure is on him to spend some money in the transfer portal.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:46:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3421,h_1924,x_0,y_166/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knj8mt8gbh2wfdycy3.jpg" caption="Mar 19, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo speaks at a postgame press conference after the game against the North Dakota State Bison during a first round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. 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Palmieri&#39;s in Johnston and while Portnoy - who prefers a \&#34;New Haven slice\&#34; - didn&#39;t enjoy the traditional RI pizza strip, owner Stephen Palmieri was quick to make him a cheese pie Portnoy enjoyed. | Eric Rueb/Providence Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>North Carolina’s highly-criticized coaching hire may directly affect Michigan State</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/north-carolina-s-highly-criticized-coaching-hire-may-directly-affect-michigan-state-01knfv25hgy6?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knfv25hgy6</guid><description>North Carolina just made a controversial head coaching hire and it could actually directly affect Michigan State.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 23:54:11 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5524,h_3107,x_0,y_106/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knjj2b8kgnyf8fn0q1.jpg" caption="The Michigan State Spartans compete against the North Carolina Tar Heels in the Fort Myers Tip-Off Beach Division game at Suncoast Credit Union Arena on Fort Myers, Fla., on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025. | Jonah Hinebaugh/Naples Daily News/USA Today Network-Florida / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The perfect Michigan State transfer center target is finally in the portal</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/the-perfect-michigan-state-transfer-center-target-is-finally-in-the-portal-01knj7k5jend?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knj7k5jend</guid><description>Michigan State fans have been begging for Aiden Sherrell to enter the portal and now that he’s in, he could be a Spartan.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:41:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4500,h_2531,x_0,y_105/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knj7r2rj9rv814b84w.jpg" caption="Mar 26, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Aiden Sherrell (22) dunks the ball during a practice session ahead of the Midwest regional of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center. 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Will the Hall of Famer make a push?</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:19:27 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4391,h_2469,x_0,y_72/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knhkw0b55t1na3mm94.jpg" caption="Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo calls a timeout as Wisconsin takes the lead during the first half of Big Ten Tournament semifinal at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. on Saturday, March 15, 2025. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dave Portnoy&#39;s latest troll job will have Michigan State fans rooting for UConn even more</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/dave-portnoy-s-latest-troll-job-will-have-michigan-state-fans-rooting-for-uconn-even-more?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ericka Brockish</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knf5sg9hys</guid><description>Michigan State fans are never happy to see Michigan succeed, but with a fan like Dave Portnoy behind them, they are really rooting against them now. </description><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 16:25:09 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3984,h_2241,x_0,y_234/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knf5wccvf8nb57k7ff.jpg" caption="Dec 14, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA;  Dave Portnoy poses with solders before the between the Army Black Knights and the Navy Midshipmen  at Commanders Field. 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Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Muldowney"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>How could Donald Trump’s new college sports executive order affect Michigan State?</title><link>https://spartanavenue.com/how-could-donald-trump-s-new-college-sports-executive-order-affect-michigan-state-01knaxpdhsda?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Muldowney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knaxpdhsda</guid><description>President Donald Trump signed an executive order that might affect Michigan State as soon as next season if it holds up.</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:54:20 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4464,h_2511,x_0,y_190/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/137/01knay7rhgjrxjqdcsgm.jpg" caption="Oct 12, 2019; Madison, WI, USA; Michigan State Spartans logo on footballs during warmups prior to the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. 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