Pat Caputo On Michigan State At Michigan Tonight...
It should be the most intriguing matchup between the schools in a number of years. The first couple editions of the Wolverines under John Beilein seemed intimidated by the Spartans. Last season changed that. The Spartans just weren't as tough as they normally are, physically or in regard to competitive character. They have reverted back to usual form this season. The Spartans have presented much more consistent effort and are way better defensively. It was an odd last season. There were several players, who had taken the Spartans to the Final Four on multiple occasions, who just didn't play well, or were hurt. This season, the fresh legs of youth have greatly benefited the Spartans. Tom Izzo's usual messages didn't get through last season. They are again. Izzo is a truly great coach. That can't be underscored enough. Michigan won both meetings last season. Undoubtedly the Spartans won't come out flat tonight.
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