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Tom Izzo provides injury update on Jase Richardson

It sounds like Michigan State guard Jase Richardson will be ready to go in the Spartans’ next game

It appears Michigan State basketball will have star freshman Jase Richardson in the lineup when they next take the court.

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo met with the media on Thursday and stated that Richardson was limited in practice but is expected to be ready to play when the Spartans play Colorado on Monday in the Maui Invitational. Richardson left Tuesday night’s win over Samford late in the game with an ankle injury.

Richardson is averaging 8.4 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game so far this season in a reserve role. He is a former four-star prospect and has been a pleasant surprise in how much of an impact he’s already having for Michigan State.

The Spartans will play three games in three days next week as part of the Maui Invitational. Michigan State opens up the tournament in a game against Colorado on Monday at 5 p.m. ET.

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Michigan State basketball set to play North Carolina on Thanksgiving 2025

Michigan State set to play North Carolina on Thanksgiving 2025

Michigan State basketball will get a long-awaited rematch against their 2024 March Madness opponents on Thanksgiving next year when the Spartans will face North Carolina on Thanksgiving 2025 in Fort Myers.

The news was announced on Thursday morning. The event will be part of the 2025 Fort Myers Tip-Off event and will be held at Florida SouthWestern State College’s Suncoast Credit Union Arena.

The other teams that will be participate in the event have not yet been announced.

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Watch highlights from MSU basketball’s win over Samford on Tuesday

Check out highlights from the Spartans’ victory over Samford on Tuesday night

Michigan State basketball overcame an early double-digit deficit to earn an 83-75 victory over Samford on Tuesday night.

The Spartans fell behind quickly to start the game, but then turned on the jets and built up a 10-point lead going into the break. Samford would keep it close through the final minutes of the game but Michigan State never surrendered the lead en route to the win.

With the victory, Michigan State improved to 4-1 overall on the year. The Spartans are a perfect 4-0 at home so far this season.

Spartans senior guard Jaden Akins set a career-high with 25 points in the win. Michigan State also got double-digit scoring nights from Frankie Fidler (12 points), Jase Richardson (12 points) and Szymon Zapala (10 points).

Click here to see highlights from the Spartans’ victory over the Bulldogs on Tuesday night.

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MSU-Samford Prediction, Matchup Analysis from LSJ’s Graham Couch

Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal provides his prediction for MSU Basketball vs. Samford on Tuesday

Michigan State basketball will look to remain perfect at home on the young season in another non-conference matchup from the Breslin Center on Tuesday night.

The Spartans will welcome the Samford Bulldogs on Tuesday in an intriguing matchup. Michigan State is 3-1 on the year and Samford is 4-1, and both teams expect to reach the NCAA Tournament this season.

Michigan State is listed as a 15.5-point favorite in this game.

Tipoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday and the game will be available to watch via Peacock streaming service.

Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal is back again to offer his thoughts on this matchup between Michigan State and Samford. Click here to see how Couch believes this game will play out and who he has winning in the end.

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How to watch MSU Basketball vs. Samford today: Time, TV channel, Prediction

It’s Michigan State basketball vs. Samford tonight from the Breslin Center. Here’s how to watch, including time, and streaming info

Michigan State basketball will again look to avoid an upset on its home floor in a non-conference matchup against the Samford Bulldogs.

The Spartans come into this game after needing a strong finish last time out to avoid losing against Bowling Green on Saturday. Michigan State is 3-1 overall, with the lone loss coming against No. 1 Kansas last week.

Samford comes into this matchup with a 4-1 record on the year. The Bulldogs were picked to win the Southern Conference in the preseason poll, and reached the NCAA Tournament last season — where they neared upset Kansas in the first round.

Here’s how to watch the Michigan State basketball game, including time, TV schedule and streaming information:

What channel is Michigan State vs. Samford game on today? Time, TV schedule

TV Channel: Peacock (streaming only)

Start time: 8 p.m. ET

Michigan State vs. Samford predictions, picks, odds

Michigan State 83, Samford 72: Michigan State has gotten off to poor starts in each of its non-conference games against mid-major competition so I’m going to expect the same thing here. The difference, though, is that Samford is a true NCAA Tournament-caliber team. I predict the Spartans will win this game, but don’t be surprised if the Bulldogs are in until the final minutes of the game with a strong chance at pulling the upset.

ODDS: Michigan State -15.5

O/U: 161.5

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Prediction and betting odds for MSU Basketball vs. Samford on Tuesday

Analyzing Tuesday’s Michigan State-Samford game with odds and lines, predictions and best bets

Michigan State basketball will look to pick up one more non-conference victory before heading to Maui next week.

The Spartans host Samford on Tuesday night from the Breslin Center. This will be the final game the Spartans play before heading to the Maui Invitational that tips off on Monday of next week.

Michigan State comes into this matchup with a 3-1 record overall following a narrow victory over Bowling Green on Saturday. The Spartans’ lone loss of the year was against No. 1 Kansas last Tuesday.

Samford comes into this matchup with a 4-1 record on the year. The Bulldogs were picked to win the Southern Conference in the preseason poll, and reached the NCAA Tournament last season — where they neared upset Kansas in the first round.

Check out the game odds, prediction and viewing options below.

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Michigan State vs. Samford game odds:

All College Basketball Odds via BetMGM:

  • Point spread: Michigan State -15.5
  • Money line: Michigan State -1700 / Samford +890
  • Over-under: 161.5

Michigan State vs. Samford prediction, pick

Michigan State has gotten off to poor starts in each of its non-conference games against mid-major competition so I’m going to expect the same thing here. The difference, though, is that Samford is a true NCAA Tournament-caliber team. I predict the Spartans will win this game, but don’t be surprised if the Bulldogs are in until the final minutes of the game with a strong chance at pulling the upset.

Prediction: Michigan State 83, Samford 72

Michigan State vs. Samford channel, start time, streaming:

The Michigan State vs. Samford game starts at 8 p.m. ET and can be seen via streaming on Peacock.

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MSU Hoops still sitting outside top 25 in latest USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll

Michigan State basketball will spend at least one more week outside the top 25 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll

Michigan State basketball will spend at least one more week outside the top 25 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

The new rankings dropped on Monday, and to no surprise, Michigan State was still sitting outside the top 25. The Spartans received nine votes in this week’s poll, which is 20 less votes from last week’s poll.

The Spartans are unofficially ranked No. 33 this week based on other teams that received votes as well.

From the Big Ten, Purdue was the highest-ranked team at No. 6. Indiana was next at No. 18, followed by Illinois at No. 20 and Wisconsin at No. 25. Rutgers and Ohio State both dropped out of the rankings this week.

Michigan State is 3-1 overall on the year, and will host Samford on Tuesday night from the Breslin Center. Tipoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET.

Click here to see the complete rankings from USA TODAY Sports.

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Watch MSU guard Jaden Akins talk his big performance in win vs. Bowling Green

Hear what MSU guard Jaden Akins had to say about his big performance in Saturday night’s narrow home win over Bowling Green

Michigan State basketball was tested on Saturday night, and luckily was able to get by with a victory over Bowling Green.

The Spartans trailed most of the game, but was able to lockdown the Falcons in the final minutes to earn the 86-72 win. Michigan State held Bowling Green without a field goal for the final seven minutes of the game, and ended the night on an 18-0 run for the victory.

The Spartans had seven different players reach double-digits in points in the win. Jaden Akins led the group with 13 points, and also finished the night with 12 rebounds for a double-double.

Michigan State will return to the court on Tuesday in one final game before the Maui Invitational the week of Thanksgiving. The Spartans host Samford from the Breslin Center in that matchup.

Before moving on to the next game, let’s hear what Akins had to say about the Spartans’ performance on Saturday night.

This video is courtesy of SpartanMag

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Watch MSU head coach recap, talk Spartans’ narrow win vs Bowling Green

Hear what MSU head coach Tom Izzo had to say about the Spartans’ performance in Saturday night’s narrow home win over Bowling Green

Michigan State basketball was tested on Saturday night, and luckily was able to get by with a victory over Bowling Green.

The Spartans trailed most of the game, but was able to lockdown the Falcons in the final minutes to earn the 86-72 win. Michigan State held Bowling Green without a field goal for the final seven minutes of the game, and ended the night on an 18-0 run for the victory.

The Spartans had seven different players reach double-digits in points in the win. Jaden Akins led the group with 13 points, and also finished the night with 12 rebounds for a double-double.

Michigan State will return to the court on Tuesday in one final game before the Maui Invitational the week of Thanksgiving. The Spartans host Samford from the Breslin Center in that matchup.

Before moving onto the next game, let’s hear what head coach Tom Izzo had to say about the Spartans’ performance on Saturday night.

This video is courtesy of SpartanMag

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Watch highlights from MSU Basketball’s victory over Bowling Green

Watch highlights from the Spartans’ victory over Bowling Green on Saturday night

A win is a win. That was the feeling after a lackluster performance from Michigan State basketball on Saturday night.

Michigan State trailed most of the game, but a strong finish was enough for the Spartans to survive an upset scare from Bowling Green at the Breslin Center. Michigan State finished the game on an 18-0 run and held the Falcons without a field goal in the final seven minutes for the 86-72 victory.

Michigan State had seven different players reach double-digits in points in the win. Jaden Akins led the way with 13 points and also 12 rebounds for the double-double.

The Spartans are now 3-1 overall following the win over Bowling Green. Michigan State will next take the floor on Tuesday in a home non-conference game against Samford.

Click here to check out highlights from the Spartans’ victory over Bowling Green — courtesy of Michigan State basketball’s official X account.

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