MSU at the Old Spice Classic: A Statistical Review
kj on Dec 1st 2008
Going into this weekend, I said a 2-1 record in the Old Spice Classic would be a “solid outcome.” But that was contingent on winning the opening game against Maryland–which we didn’t.
Nevertheless, I don’t think we should get too despondent about MSU’s Old Spice Classic results (although yours truly was pretty despondent late Thursday night). [...]
Idaho Game Recap (11/16/08): Delvon’s Debut
kj on Nov 16th 2008
The Spartans vandalize the Vandals 100-62 in a 70 69-possession game (seemed faster than that, didn’t it?).
In a game with plenty of scoring by the good guys, let’s start by talking about a player who didn’t make a single field goal: Delvon Roe must have had the most impressive one-point debut by a freshman in [...]
Northern Michigan Game Recap (11/5/08)
kj on Nov 6th 2008
MSU defeats NMU in a landslide, 118-57.
I ended up attending the game in person, which was good since it sounds like the streaming video thing wasn’t a flaming success.
Michigan State came out flaunting their new high-tempo game plan. They applied full-court pressure on every made basket or dead ball. It’s not a full-court trap. They [...]
Izzo planning on a smaller lineup
kj on Jul 27th 2008
Another scheduling note: MSU will not be playing an exhibition game vs. the University of Victoria after all (hat tip: Up with the Colors). No explanation for the cancellation. I still haven’t seen any additional information on the preseason Canadian tour. Not sure if this is a sign it’s not going to happen now or [...]