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In a year where regions don’t really matter because all March Madness games will be played in and around Indianapolis, it is still pleasant to the eye to have the bracket split up into four different mini brackets of sorts, separated by regions. In the east, the Michigan Wolverines are the number one seed and […]

The college basketball world took a hit on Monday, with Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo announcing a positive COVID-19 test. The legendary Big Ten coach released a statement on the matter: “This morning I tested positive for COVID-19,” stated Izzo. “Although I have some minor symptoms, I remain in good health … Technology will […]

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green is one that you could say has a strong personality. That being the case, he is not exactly the easiest person to deal with. Even Dubs head coach Steve Kerr has had his fair share of difficult moments with the former Defensive Player of the Year winner. As a […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is used to winning in both the collegiate level and in the pros. After enjoying five consecutive Finals appearances in the last five years, the Warriors look like they won’t even make it to the postseason — owning the league’s worst record at 3-15. Green’s college coach at Michigan […]

Chicago Bulls head coach Jim Boylen was quick to jump to the defense of Michigan State coach Tom Izzo, who made headlines after a heated sideline incident with freshman Aaron Henry during a 76-65 win over Bradley in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Boylen, a hard-nosed coach that studied under the legendary Jud […]

After a 76-65 first-round win for the Michigan State Spartans over the branded Bradley Braves, head coach Tom Izzo was in the headlines after the first day of March Madness after screaming and pointing at freshman Aaron Henry after a blown play. Izzo’s old school, no-nonsense approach raised questions, but his former player Draymond Green, […]

Despite Draymond Green’s testy attitude, he still has someone he can confide to. The Golden State Warriors forward spoke highly about his former college coach, Tom Izzo, and admitted that his Michigan State mentor constantly checks up on him, especially following his recent suspension and altercation with teammate Kevin Durant per Anthony Slater of The Athletic. […]

As the Orlando Magic look for their next head, they have reached out to Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo to fill the vacancy, according to Michael Scotto of The Athletic. The Orlando Magic have expressed interest in Michigan State coach Tom Izzo for the team's head coaching position, league sources told The Athletic. […]

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo had a simple message for his former standout Draymond Green — stop crying about foul calls. The Golden State Warriors engine had his longtime mentor and now lifetime friend give him some of his signature no-nonsense advice, after watching the Warriors take down the Denver Nuggets by 19 on […]

Despite coaching him for four years in college, Tom Izzo still admitted recently that he wasn’t a believer of Draymond Green at some point back then. The Hall of Fame coach did not understand what he was capable of, and also did not know how good he could be. The veteran Michigan State head coach appeared […]

It’s plain for all to see that Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is a passionate, expressive character – and he proved it again at Friday’s basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Green was present at the event to witness the induction of his former college coach, Tom Izzo, who coached him for four years […]

The Golden State Warriors were up three games to one heading back home for Game 5 on Monday night, but were unable to close out the series in Oakland and now have to travel back to Cleveland for Game 6 against the Cavaliers on Thursday night. One of the main reasons for the loss has […]