Tom Izzo addresses media, gives updates following first MSU basketball practice of the season

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo reacts to a play against North Carolina during the second half of the NCAA tournament West Region second round at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. on Saturday, March 23, 2024.

Michigan State basketball is back! Kind of. The Spartans opened up fall practices on Tuesday for the 2024-25 basketball season and Tom Izzo spoke to the media after to give some updates on his team.

Topics included the trip to Spain, Xavier Booker, Jaxon Kohler, his incoming transfers, the Northern Michigan game, and much more.

You can see some of his notable quotes from that press conference below.

Tom Izzo: ‘I like my team’

MSU coach Tom Izzo addressing the media before the second day of hoops practice. “I like my team. The first official day was good.”

— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) September 24, 2024

Because of Spain trip, felt like the season already started

Izzo says “in some ways, it feels like we already have started” with the August trip to Spain. Kept rotation fluid to get different combinations there, which at times affected the team’s flow.

— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) September 24, 2024

Izzo feels his team is tougher than 2023-24

Izzo: “I think we’re a lot tougher team than last year.” But also learned the Spartans aren’t as tough as the Serbian pros they lost to in the final game in Spain.

— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) September 24, 2024

Xavier Booker up 22 pounds

Izzo says sophomore F Xavier Booker has gained 22 pounds in the offseason. “A lot of progress, which is very encouraging.” says Jaxon Kohler has “just leaned his body up” and has been a bright spot. Feels Fidler and Zapala have been good fits.

— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) September 24, 2024

On Izzone Campout, Midnight Madness

https://x.com/chrissolari/status/1838648098115195325

Izzo says the Izzone Campout and Midnight Madness will be a combined event this year.

— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) September 24, 2024

On Northern Michigan trip

Izzo on the trip to his alma mater, Northern Michigan: “I’ve…

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Author : Spartans Wire

Publish date : 2024-09-24 22:04:26

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