In East Lansing on Sunday, Michigan State basketball secured a narrow victory over Ohio State, with a special guest in attendance. Tom Izzo and the Spartans welcomed Jaxson Davis, a highly-touted four-star point guard from Illinois, who is among the top prospects in the 2027 recruiting class.
Davis witnessed some impressive point guard play, though it shone brighter on Ohio State’s side, with Bruce Thornton dropping 32 points. Michigan State’s Jeremy Fears, a potential All-American, had a quieter game with 11 points and eight assists but played a crucial role in the Spartans' comeback win.
This visit was significant for Izzo, as Davis could be a key target for the 2027 class. If Davis commits to Michigan State, he would join a storied lineage of point guards, following in the footsteps of legends like Magic Johnson, Mateen Cleaves, and Cassius Winston.
Looking ahead, after Fears graduates, Carlos Medlock Jr., a rising star in the 2026 class, is expected to take the reins. Bringing Davis on board to back up Medlock would be a strategic move for the Spartans.
Izzo’s track record suggests he doesn’t bring recruits to campus without a strong chance of securing their commitment. Davis, ranked as the nation’s No. 40 recruit, could very well be the next in line for Michigan State’s point guard legacy. Let's hope the less-than-stellar game didn't overshadow the potential for a bright future with the Spartans.