Five quotes from Tom Izzo previewing Champions Classic

Oct 3, 2024; Rosemont, IL, USA; Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo speaks at the podium during the 2024 Big Ten Men’s Basketball media day at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Melissa Tamez-Imagn Images

Michigan State basketball will face the top-ranked team in the country tomorrow as the Spartans square off against No. 1 Kansas in State Farm Arena as part of the annual Champions Classic.

While the Spartans are currently undefeated this season following a blowout win over Niagara, this will be a much different test for a team that is replacing most of their starting lineup from a year ago.

Below, you can find five notable quotes from Tom Izzo’s pregame press conference previewing the match-up. He touches on topics such as Frankie Fidler, Jeremy Fears Jr., and what the Champions Classic should mean to this program.

On Frankie FIdler’s shooting woes

Asked about 3-point shooting woes from Booker and Fidler, Izzo says he’s not panicking over two games.

— Matt Wenzel (@mwenzel2) November 11, 2024

On Hunter Dickinson

Izzo on Hunter Dickinson: “I think he’s been pretty consistent” since his transfer to Kansas, but adds he hasn’t seen the 7-footer shooting as many 3s as he did at Michigan. “He hasn’t changed much, he’s the same old guy. But he’s got more experience now.”

— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) November 11, 2024

On the appreciation for the Champions Classic

https://x.com/chrissolari/status/1856017288463561038

Izzo on MSU being in Champions Classic with Kansas, UNC and Duke: “I don’t know if we appreciate it, I don’t know if our alums appreciate it, I don’t know if Michigan State University appreciates it. It’s a privilege….There’s a million other programs that would die to do this.”

— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) November 11, 2024

Izzo on Jeremy Fears Jr.

Izzo on Jeremy Fears: “He’s got the mentality, he’s got the toughness, he’s got a little orneriness to him. And winning is important to him.”

— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) November 11, 2024

Izzo on KJ Adams

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Publish date : 2024-11-11 17:16:00

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