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CBS

Tracy Wolfson on star-studded East Regional, sideline reporters having a moment, and Bill Raftery’s fabled nightcaps

TNT Sports Adam Lefkoe mocks a social media post from Michigan State legend Magic Johnson. Credit: TNT Sports

Adam Lefkoe mocks Magic Johnson social media post on March Madness studio show

"Magic Johnson released a novel on X... 'That's great. Either congratulations or I'm sorry.' But I can't read all that..."

By Matt Clapp OnMar 22, 2026 0
UCLA's head coach Mick Cronin reacts during the first half against Michigan State on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Mick Cronin melts down on reporter for asking about Michigan State student section

"I would like to give you a kudos for the worst question I've ever been asked."

By Sam Neumann OnFeb 18, 2026 0
Gus Johnson Pat Fitzgerald

Pat Fitzgerald picks up Gus Johnson in huge bearhug

Gus Johnson and new Michigan State football coach Pat Fitzgerald are apparently BFFs. Who knew?

By Matt Yoder OnJan 31, 2026 0
Tom Izzo in the huddle on NBC broadcast

NBC catches Tom Izzo F-bombs on hot mic

Brace for some colorful language.

By Brandon Contes OnJan 14, 2026 0
Tom Izzo Nebraska court storming

Tom Izzo ‘loved’ Nebraska court storming: ‘I was hoping I got stomped on’

After Nebraska upset Michigan State on Friday night, Spartans coach Tom Izzo was supportive of fans storming the court.

By Matt Yoder OnJan 3, 2026 0
The Michigan State Spartans compete against the North Carolina Tar Heels

Fox scores huge Thanksgiving college basketball audience with NFL lead-in

5.49 million viewers tuned in for Michigan State-North Carolina.

By Drew Lerner OnNov 30, 2025 0
Jason Strayhorn

Former MSU commentator implies he was let go after son committed to Michigan

"The facts will come out. ... I know it to be that, but we have not proven it just yet."

By Sean Keeley OnOct 25, 2025 0
Michigan State's Aidan Chiles, center, and Marcellius Pulliam, right, celebrate with fans in the student section after MSU's win over Boston College on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Michigan State fans revolt over late-night Big Ten After Dark USC game

Michigan State fans will have to burn the midnight oil to watch their team play at USC with an 11 p.m. ET kickoff time.

By Matt Yoder OnSep 9, 2025 0
Michigan State guard Jaden Akins

Elite Eight viewership down versus last year thanks to weak Sunday

After a record-setting first weekend, March Madness viewership has come down to Earth.

By Drew Lerner OnApr 1, 2025 0
March Madness NCAA Tournament Men's Women's

CBS announces start times for NCAA men’s basketball Final Four

Duke-Houston will be the featured matchup at 8:49 p.m. ET.

By Drew Lerner OnMar 30, 2025 0
Tom Izzo

Tom Izzo erupts over transfer portal question: ‘I am ticked off that you just asked me that right now’

"I think you should know me well enough. But I learned from Stephen A. and some a**holes, you have the right to ask the question."

By Brendon Kleen OnMar 25, 2025 0
Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo

Tom Izzo, Mick Cronin are peeved about late start times

"Right now, guys, it's 12:40 a.m. and our season just ended."

By Drew Lerner OnMar 23, 2025 0
Charles Barkley cracks cohosts up after admitting he wasn't paying attention to a game. Photo Credit: CBS

Charles Barkley admits he wasn’t watching NCAA Tournament game during halftime show

"Get after Clark or Kenneth please."

By Michael Dixon OnMar 21, 2025 0
Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo walks off the court after 77-74 loss to Wisconsin at the Big Ten Tournament semifinal at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. on Saturday, March 15, 2025.

Tom Izzo explains why he’s never happy: ‘It’s just that never-ending battle’

"I don't plan on being happy until we accomplish what I think Michigan State University should accomplish."

By Sean Keeley OnMar 15, 2025 0
Michigan State's Tre Holloman, left, is held back by Szymon Zapala, center, and referee after pushing Michigan's L.J. Cason, left, and Phat Phat Brooks, right, back off the Spartans logo as senior teammates prepare to kiss the floor during the second half on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Michigan’s Dusty May says team wasn’t aware of MSU tradition but they ‘earned the right to rub our noses in it’

"If everybody's out there, hugging and kissing, it's probably not a rivalry."

By Sean Keeley OnMar 9, 2025 0
Scott Van Pelt

Scott Van Pelt opens show after devastating Maryland loss: ‘Sometimes you just gotta be a grown-up’

"Was it the best thing I saw today? It was an incredible shot. Wasn't my favorite thing I saw today."

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 27, 2025 0
Jason Horowitz didn't lack for excitement in his call of Michigan State star Tre Holloman's crosscourt buzzer-beater. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Jason Horowitz calls Michigan State’s thrilling buzzer-beating win

"Holloman from halfcourt to win it on the road."

By Michael Dixon OnFeb 26, 2025 0
Tom Izzo

Tom Izzo hits Kansas City Chiefs with stray during press conference

"Turnovers lead to touchdowns … just ask the Kansas City Chiefs."

By Arthur Weinstein OnFeb 22, 2025 0
The Big Ten logo on the floor at the Kohl Center

Peacock expands number of Big Ten hoops games for upcoming CBB season

If you're a Wisconsin fan, go ahead and get your Peacock subscription.

By Drew Lerner OnOct 10, 2024 1
Hitler displayed on video board at Michigan State

YouTube channel sues Michigan State for copyright issue involving Hitler quiz

"'Michigan State being sued for stealing Hitler trivia' is somehow not an Onion article."

By Arthur Weinstein OnAug 13, 2024 2
Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith Photo Credit: CBS Sports

Charles Barkley wanted North Carolina to lose ‘because I hate Kenny (Smith)’

"I want Izzo to win because I hate Kenny (Smith)."

By Arthur Weinstein OnMar 23, 2024 1
Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo reacts to a play against Purdue during the second half of quarterfinal of Big Ten tournament at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. on Friday, March 15, 2024.

Tom Izzo says the NCAA should consider ruining March Madness

"Everybody likes the upsets in the first weekend, but I'm not sure moving on that's what's best for the game."

By Ben Axelrod OnMar 20, 2024 5
Arizona Michigan State Thanksgiving Day

Michigan State-Arizona on Thanksgiving Day is most-watched regular season college basketball game since 2008

Fox's latest bit of NFL counterprogramming reached new highs on Thanksgiving.

By Joe Lucia OnNov 28, 2023 0
Audrey Dahlgren ahead of an interview with Michigan State coach Mel Tucker in July 2023. (WLNS on YouTube.)

CBS

Lansing CBS affiliate apologizes to Brenda Tracy over ex-sports director Audrey Dahlgren’s tweets

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