Michigan State names former CB Haller as AD
Michigan State named football alumnus and deputy athletic director Alan Haller as its 20th athletic director on Wednesday.
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Meet the new No. 1 recruits, and other prospects to climb the rankings
After Emoni Bates and Jalen Duren reclassified, there are new names atop the ESPN 100.
Memphis is on the move in Way-Too-Early Top 25, but how far?
After a huge August, Penny Hardaway and the Tigers have made a major national impression.
Michigan State's Beekman stepping down as AD
Bill Beekman, who took over as MSU's athletic director in the wake of the Larry Nassar sex abuse scandal, is stepping down to become the university's vice president for strategic initiatives.
How teenagers Emoni Bates and Jalen Duren could shake up college basketball in 2021-22
Emoni Bates and Jalen Duren could both play college basketball in 2021-22 ... and we'll soon find out where. ESPN assessed the impact of their impending decisions.
No. 1 hoops prospect Bates reclassifying into '21
Emoni Bates, the No. 1 prospect in high school basketball, is reclassifying into the 2021 class and could potentially enroll in college for the upcoming season.
Baylor men, UConn, S.C. women in Atlantis field
The defending champion Baylor men's basketball team and women's powerhouses UConn and South Carolina headline the field for the Battle 4 Atlantis basketball tournament, which will begin Nov. 20 on Paradise Island in the Bahamas.
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New teams, big movers grace Way-Too-Early Top 25 college basketball rankings for 2021-22
July's key college basketball deadlines brought good news to multiple 2022 Final Four hopefuls.
Texas, Oregon moving up in Way-Too-Early Top 25 college basketball rankings for 2021-22
The Longhorns and Ducks have realistic Final Four aspirations after loading up on transfers.
Michigan, Illinois highlight field for Gavitt Tipoff
Michigan, Illinois and five other teams that earned berths in the NCAA Tournament will play in the sixth annual Gavitt Tipoff Games in mid-November.
Ex-MSU star Appling denied bail in murder case
Former Michigan State star Keith Appling denied bail as he faces murder and other charges in Detroit.
Ex-Spartans star Appling charged with murder
Former Michigan State University basketball team captain Keith Appling was charged with murder Monday in the fatal shooting of a man in Detroit, authorities said.
Izzo promotes Wojcik, hires 3 former players
Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo has promoted Doug Wojcik to assistant coach, replacing Dane Fife, while also hiring three former players on Monday.
Kansas, Kentucky on rise in Way-Too-Early Top 25 college basketball rankings for 2021-22
A pair of men's college basketball blue bloods will enter 2021-22 with sky-high expectations.
Ex-Spartan Appling arrested after fatal shooting
Former Michigan State basketball player Keith Appling has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting in Detroit this past weekend.
Ex-MSU player Appling wanted in fatal shooting
Keith Appling, who played on Michigan State's basketball team from 2010 to '14, was wanted in connection to the shooting death of a 66-year-old man late Saturday, according to a police news release.
Sales Pitch discussion: What's behind the Big Ten's national championship drought?
Our panel discusses whether the Big Ten's title issues are rooted in recruiting, and other finer points along the B1G trail.
2021 men's college basketball recruiting class rankings: Gonzaga, LSU finishing strong
Michigan remains atop the recruiting class rankings, but Gonzaga, LSU and Creighton added key prospects over the past few weeks.
Sales pitch: Who has the most to offer recruits, transfers in the Big Ten?
Jeff Borzello talked to anonymous coaches about the Big Ten schools that have the most and fewest recruiting advantages.
Why Emoni Bates' play has NBA evaluators worried, and what's next for Bates
Bates decommitted from Michigan State, and his recent appearances have been shaky. ESPN separates fact from fiction on the Bates matter.
Top hoops recruit Bates decommits from Mich. St.
Top-ranked junior Emoni Bates announced Friday he was decommitting from Michigan State and reopening his recruitment.
Michigan, Texas on rise in Way-Too-Early Top 25 college basketball rankings for 2021-22
Comings and goings in the transfer portal have shaken up the Top 25 for next season in a signifiicant way.
2021 men's college basketball recruiting class rankings: Chet Holmgren boosts Gonzaga to No. 2
Gonzaga, Tennessee and Alabama are among the teams to skyrocket up the class rankings after the latest ESPN 100 update.
Michigan State's Kithier enters transfer portal
Michigan State forward Thomas Kithier has entered the transfer portal, he announced Tuesday.
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2020-21 Big Ten Standings
| TEAM | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 14-3 | - | 23-5 |
| Illinois | 16-4 | +0.5 | 24-7 |
| Iowa | 14-6 | 1.5 | 22-9 |
| Purdue | 13-6 | 2 | 18-10 |
| Ohio State | 12-8 | 3.5 | 21-10 |
| Wisconsin | 10-10 | 5.5 | 18-13 |
| Rutgers | 10-10 | 5.5 | 16-12 |
| Maryland | 9-11 | 6.5 | 17-14 |
| Michigan State | 9-11 | 6.5 | 15-13 |
| Indiana | 7-12 | 8 | 12-15 |
| Penn State | 7-12 | 8 | 11-14 |
| Northwestern | 6-13 | 9 | 9-15 |
| Minnesota | 6-14 | 9.5 | 14-15 |
| Nebraska | 3-16 | 12 | 7-20 |
Team Stats
Points Per Game69.4254th
Rebounds Per Game37.487th
Assists Per Game15.9Tied-41st
Points Allowed71.1
2022 Recruits
| NAME | POS | STATUS | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaxon Kohler | C | Committed | 87 |
| Tre Holloman | PG | Committed | 82 |
Tournament History
| Final Fours | 10 |
| Tournament Record | 69-33 |
| Championship Seasons | 1979, 2000 |
| Tournament Appearances | 34 |