As March Madness tips off, Michigan State is set to add another chapter to its storied history under the legendary Tom Izzo. The Spartans, a No. 3 seed with a 25-7 record, are gearing up to face the No. 14 seed North Dakota State at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York.
Leading the charge for Michigan State are standout players Jeremy Fears, who averages 15.7 points and 9.2 assists per game, Jaxon Kohler with 12.7 points and 9.0 rebounds, Coen Carr contributing 11.6 points, and Carson Cooper adding 10.8 points per game. This lineup is poised to make waves in the tournament.
North Dakota State, boasting a 27-7 record, enters the tournament with momentum, having clinched both the Summit League regular season and conference tournament titles. Riding a four-game winning streak, their last defeat came on February 26 against St. Thomas.
For Michigan State, the aim is to bounce back after a couple of tough losses to rival Michigan and a setback against UCLA in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals. A win here would see them face the victor of the Louisville vs. South Florida matchup.
For fans eager to catch the action, the game tips off at 4:05 p.m. ET.
You can catch it live on TNT, with the dynamic trio of Brian Anderson, Jim Jackson, and Allie LaForce bringing you all the play-by-play excitement. If streaming is your preference, Sling TV offers access to TNT.
As for the odds, courtesy of BetMGM, they paint an intriguing picture for this first-round clash. Whether you're a die-hard Spartan supporter or rooting for the underdog Bison, this game promises to deliver the thrills and drama that only March Madness can provide.