Kevin Knight
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Asst. Managing Editor: @spartansillust.bsky.social Ex-pat Michigander; Hillsdale grad; transportation policy/aviation nerd; husband to @bradlyg.bsky.social 🏳️🌈; Beagle dad. Opinions are my own.
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It was a joyous Thanksgiving for Spartans all over the country as their men's basketball team took down another blue blood on national television.
Michigan State Basketball takes down North Carolina, 74-58 | Spartans Illustrated
The Tarheels kept it close for a half but MSU pulled away in the second half
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November 28, 2025 at 12:07 AM
It was a joyous Thanksgiving for Spartans all over the country as their men's basketball team took down another blue blood on national television.
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Michigan State takes on North Carolina after the Lions today in the Fort Myers Tip-Off.
November 27, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Michigan State takes on North Carolina after the Lions today in the Fort Myers Tip-Off.
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The Michigan State football losing streak has reached eight games, and now it is decision time in East Lansing. But which decision in the right one? Also, find out which betting suggestions from last were decisively correct.
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Against All Odds, 2025 Week 13: Decisions | Spartans Illustrated
The Michigan State football losing streak has reached eight games, and now it is decision time in East Lansing.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:56 PM
The Michigan State football losing streak has reached eight games, and now it is decision time in East Lansing. But which decision in the right one? Also, find out which betting suggestions from last were decisively correct.
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A painful fourth quarter and poor tackling on punts all conspired to create yet another tough loss for Michigan State as it fell 20-17 at Iowa on Saturday.
Full 20-17 loss recap available here:
Full 20-17 loss recap available here:
Michigan State special teams break downs contribute to walk-off loss at Iowa | Spartans Illustrated
The Spartans suffered a fourth quarter meltdown along with poor special teams play on punts that led to yet another Big Ten loss at Iowa.
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November 23, 2025 at 12:54 AM
A painful fourth quarter and poor tackling on punts all conspired to create yet another tough loss for Michigan State as it fell 20-17 at Iowa on Saturday.
Full 20-17 loss recap available here:
Full 20-17 loss recap available here:
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Spartans look to avoid the series sweep against the Badgers tonight.
November 22, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Spartans look to avoid the series sweep against the Badgers tonight.
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What are Tom Izzo's thoughts on two-a-day practices and NCAA rules these days?
"That's probably illegal now, I don't know. But since there's no laws and rules -- right, since there is none, it doesn't really matter."
More from Izzo after the Kentucky win:
"That's probably illegal now, I don't know. But since there's no laws and rules -- right, since there is none, it doesn't really matter."
More from Izzo after the Kentucky win:
Tom Izzo has high praise for his team's effort and roster continuity following win over Kentucky | Spartans Illustrated
Michigan State had plenty to celebrate Tuesday night following its win over Kentucky, and head coach Tom Izzo took note of it in his post-game press...
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November 21, 2025 at 8:46 PM
What are Tom Izzo's thoughts on two-a-day practices and NCAA rules these days?
"That's probably illegal now, I don't know. But since there's no laws and rules -- right, since there is none, it doesn't really matter."
More from Izzo after the Kentucky win:
"That's probably illegal now, I don't know. But since there's no laws and rules -- right, since there is none, it doesn't really matter."
More from Izzo after the Kentucky win:
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No. 1 Michigan State hosts No. 7 Wisconsin tonight at 8:30 p.m. ET streaming on B1G+.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:54 PM
No. 1 Michigan State hosts No. 7 Wisconsin tonight at 8:30 p.m. ET streaming on B1G+.
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No. 17 Michigan State hosts Detroit Mercy tonight at 6:30 p.m. ET on BTN.
November 21, 2025 at 5:34 PM
No. 17 Michigan State hosts Detroit Mercy tonight at 6:30 p.m. ET on BTN.
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Dr. Green and White (Paul Fanson) offers a heart-to-heart explanation of why the Spartans have a chance in Iowa City, which teams are the best shape to reach the postseason, and which bets have the best odds.
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Bad Betting Advice, 2025 Week 13: Heart | Spartans Illustrated
Dr. Green and White offers a heart-to-heart explanation of why the Spartans have a chance in Iowa City, which teams are the best shape to reach the...
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November 20, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Dr. Green and White (Paul Fanson) offers a heart-to-heart explanation of why the Spartans have a chance in Iowa City, which teams are the best shape to reach the postseason, and which bets have the best odds.
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Cam Ward and the Spartans are taking care of business—and ready for the difficult stretch ahead. Michigan State is playing how they’re supposed to be playing, and the roster is looking deep once again.
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Taking Care of Business: Cam Ward and the Spartans shine in latest victory over Kentucky | Spartans Illustrated
"We came out here and we handled business," Cam Ward said. He lead the freshman group with eight points and four rebounds in 18 minutes of action at the...
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November 20, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Cam Ward and the Spartans are taking care of business—and ready for the difficult stretch ahead. Michigan State is playing how they’re supposed to be playing, and the roster is looking deep once again.
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No. 9 Michigan State takes on Wake Forest tonight at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN+.
Will the Spartans continue to advance as they host the NCAA Tournament Second Round matchup tonight?
Will the Spartans continue to advance as they host the NCAA Tournament Second Round matchup tonight?
November 20, 2025 at 7:59 PM
No. 9 Michigan State takes on Wake Forest tonight at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN+.
Will the Spartans continue to advance as they host the NCAA Tournament Second Round matchup tonight?
Will the Spartans continue to advance as they host the NCAA Tournament Second Round matchup tonight?
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Tom Izzo still values rewarding players that stay in the age of the portal.
"I'll still get a transfer here and there. I just don't want to get rid of guys that have put in a lot of time and put in a lot of effort ... loyalty still freaking matters."
More from the head coach post-Kentucky👇
"I'll still get a transfer here and there. I just don't want to get rid of guys that have put in a lot of time and put in a lot of effort ... loyalty still freaking matters."
More from the head coach post-Kentucky👇
Tom Izzo has high praise for his team's effort and roster continuity following win over Kentucky | Spartans Illustrated
Michigan State had plenty to celebrate Tuesday night following its win over Kentucky, and head coach Tom Izzo took note of it in his post-game press...
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November 20, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Tom Izzo still values rewarding players that stay in the age of the portal.
"I'll still get a transfer here and there. I just don't want to get rid of guys that have put in a lot of time and put in a lot of effort ... loyalty still freaking matters."
More from the head coach post-Kentucky👇
"I'll still get a transfer here and there. I just don't want to get rid of guys that have put in a lot of time and put in a lot of effort ... loyalty still freaking matters."
More from the head coach post-Kentucky👇
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No. 22 Michigan State hosts Eastern Illinois tonight at 6:30 p.m. ET, streaming on B1G+.
November 20, 2025 at 3:08 PM
No. 22 Michigan State hosts Eastern Illinois tonight at 6:30 p.m. ET, streaming on B1G+.
Tom Izzo had plenty to say about his team's effort, the value of roster continuity over the transfer portal, and more after his team dismantled Kentucky Tuesday night in the Champions Classic.
"It was a heck of a win for us."
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"It was a heck of a win for us."
More from Izzo 👇
Tom Izzo has high praise for his team's effort and roster continuity following win over Kentucky | Spartans Illustrated
Michigan State had plenty to celebrate Tuesday night following its win over Kentucky, and head coach Tom Izzo took note of it in his post-game press...
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November 20, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Tom Izzo had plenty to say about his team's effort, the value of roster continuity over the transfer portal, and more after his team dismantled Kentucky Tuesday night in the Champions Classic.
"It was a heck of a win for us."
More from Izzo 👇
"It was a heck of a win for us."
More from Izzo 👇
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The Michigan State Spartans dominated No. 12 Kentucky at Madison Square Garden for another marquee, early-season win. Jaxon Kohler led all scores with 20 points and Jeremy Fears had 13 assists to just two turnovers.
Recap here:
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Recap here:
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November 19, 2025 at 2:20 AM
The Michigan State Spartans dominated No. 12 Kentucky at Madison Square Garden for another marquee, early-season win. Jaxon Kohler led all scores with 20 points and Jeremy Fears had 13 assists to just two turnovers.
Recap here:
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Recap here:
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Final score from the State Farm Champions Classic here in New York City:
No. 17 Michigan State 83
No. 12 Kentucky 66
Spartans improve to 4-0 on the season.
No. 17 Michigan State 83
No. 12 Kentucky 66
Spartans improve to 4-0 on the season.
November 19, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Final score from the State Farm Champions Classic here in New York City:
No. 17 Michigan State 83
No. 12 Kentucky 66
Spartans improve to 4-0 on the season.
No. 17 Michigan State 83
No. 12 Kentucky 66
Spartans improve to 4-0 on the season.
Spartans extend it to 24 before Chandler hits a trey to trim it back to 21. MSU up 80-59.
Michigan State with its largest lead of the game now at 22, up 78-56 after Fears hits both free throws coming out of the media break. Less than three minutes remain.
November 19, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Spartans extend it to 24 before Chandler hits a trey to trim it back to 21. MSU up 80-59.
Michigan State with its largest lead of the game now at 22, up 78-56 after Fears hits both free throws coming out of the media break. Less than three minutes remain.
November 19, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Michigan State with its largest lead of the game now at 22, up 78-56 after Fears hits both free throws coming out of the media break. Less than three minutes remain.
And during the final media break here at MSG we get some classic Biebs as they play "Baby" by Justin Bieber for a music trivia contest by a fan.
a man is dancing in front of a baby sign
ALT: a man is dancing in front of a baby sign
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November 19, 2025 at 1:29 AM
And during the final media break here at MSG we get some classic Biebs as they play "Baby" by Justin Bieber for a music trivia contest by a fan.
Final media break here in New York and Michigan State still leads Kentucky by 20, up 76-56 with 3:08 left in the game.
November 19, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Final media break here in New York and Michigan State still leads Kentucky by 20, up 76-56 with 3:08 left in the game.
Make that up 20 again, Spartans lead 75-55 with 5:03 remaining. Wildcats call a timeout.
Kohler hits both from the line after we resumed and MSU is up 16 now.
Chandler has returned for UK as well. He has four fouls.
Chandler has returned for UK as well. He has four fouls.
At the U8 media break, Michigan State leads Kentucky 69-55 with 6:10 left in the game.
Wildcats keep trying to eat away at their deficit and the Spartans have rallied and kept it at arm's length so far.
Wildcats keep trying to eat away at their deficit and the Spartans have rallied and kept it at arm's length so far.
November 19, 2025 at 1:21 AM
Make that up 20 again, Spartans lead 75-55 with 5:03 remaining. Wildcats call a timeout.
Kohler hits both from the line after we resumed and MSU is up 16 now.
Chandler has returned for UK as well. He has four fouls.
Chandler has returned for UK as well. He has four fouls.
At the U8 media break, Michigan State leads Kentucky 69-55 with 6:10 left in the game.
Wildcats keep trying to eat away at their deficit and the Spartans have rallied and kept it at arm's length so far.
Wildcats keep trying to eat away at their deficit and the Spartans have rallied and kept it at arm's length so far.
November 19, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Kohler hits both from the line after we resumed and MSU is up 16 now.
Chandler has returned for UK as well. He has four fouls.
Chandler has returned for UK as well. He has four fouls.
At the U8 media break, Michigan State leads Kentucky 69-55 with 6:10 left in the game.
Wildcats keep trying to eat away at their deficit and the Spartans have rallied and kept it at arm's length so far.
Wildcats keep trying to eat away at their deficit and the Spartans have rallied and kept it at arm's length so far.
November 19, 2025 at 1:16 AM
At the U8 media break, Michigan State leads Kentucky 69-55 with 6:10 left in the game.
Wildcats keep trying to eat away at their deficit and the Spartans have rallied and kept it at arm's length so far.
Wildcats keep trying to eat away at their deficit and the Spartans have rallied and kept it at arm's length so far.
Make that 4-for-5 on its last 5 and now leads 67-52.
Just like that, MSU is 3-for-3 on its last 3 FGAs and leads 65-52.
November 19, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Make that 4-for-5 on its last 5 and now leads 67-52.