Tom Izzo's most memorable Big Ten wins as he inches closer to Bobby Knight's record

Nick King/Lansing State Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
5 of 5

21. Big Ten win No. 322 vs. No. 4 Purdue (Feb. 26, 2022)

Tyson Walker delivered as the Spartans knocked off the No. 4 Purdue Boilermakers when the two met in East Lansing in 2022. They used teamwork to outclass a 25-point performance from Zach Edey.

22. Big Ten win No. 331 vs. No. 23 Indiana (Feb. 21, 2023)

In the Spartans' first victory and home game since the tragic campus shooting. Spartan Strong could be seen everywhere that night. Tyson Walker led the charge with 23 points in an 80-65 victory over Indiana.

23. Big Ten win No. 338 vs. Michigan (Jan. 30, 2024)

Jaden Akins provided a highlight-worthy performance with 23 points as the Spartans crushed the Wolverines 81-62.

24. Big Ten win No. 342 at Michigan (Feb. 17, 2024)

Some highlight dunks from freshman Coen Carr, helped put the final stake in the Michigan tenure for Juwan Howard. MSU completed the season sweep behind 19 points from Tyson Walker.

25. Big Ten win No. 350 vs. No. 19 Illinois (Jan. 19, 2025)

Tre Holloman once again showed up in a big game, as the Spartans took care of business at home against a highly talented Illinois team. The 80-78 victory put Tom Izzo at 350 Big Ten victories.