All Games
Tue
Dec 17
Tue, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
Michigan State Spartans vs Oakland University Golden Grizzlies Mens Basketball
Little Caesars Arena • Detroit, MI
Little Caesars Arena
Detroit, MI
Sat
Dec 21
Sat, 2:00 pm2:00 pm
Florida Atlantic Owls at Michigan State Spartans Mens Basketball
Jack Breslin Students Event Center • East Lansing, MI
Jack Breslin Students Event Center
East Lansing, MI
Mon
Dec 30
Mon, 3:00 pm3:00 pm
3% of Tickets Left
Western Michigan Broncos at Michigan State Spartans Mens Basketball
Jack Breslin Students Event Center • East Lansing, MI
Jack Breslin Students Event Center
East Lansing, MI
Fri
Jan 03, 2025
Fri, 8:00 pm8:00 pm
Michigan State Spartans at Ohio State Buckeyes Mens Basketball
Value City Arena at Schottenstein Center • Columbus, OH
Value City Arena at Schottenstein Center
Columbus, OH
Thu
Jan 09, 2025
Thu, 8:00 pm8:00 pm
Washington Huskies at Michigan State Spartans Mens Basketball
Jack Breslin Students Event Center • East Lansing, MI
Jack Breslin Students Event Center
East Lansing, MI
Sun
Jan 12, 2025
Sun, 11:00 am11:00 am
Michigan State Spartans at Northwestern Wildcats Mens Basketball
Welsh Ryan Arena • Evanston, IL
Welsh Ryan Arena
Evanston, IL
Wed
Jan 15, 2025
Wed, 6:30 pm6:30 pm
3% of Tickets Left
Penn State Nittany Lions at Michigan State Spartans Mens Basketball
Jack Breslin Students Event Center • East Lansing, MI
Jack Breslin Students Event Center
East Lansing, MI
Sun
Jan 19, 2025
Sun, 12:00 pm12:00 pm
3% of Tickets Left
Illinois Fighting Illini at Michigan State Spartans Mens Basketball
Jack Breslin Students Event Center • East Lansing, MI
Jack Breslin Students Event Center
East Lansing, MI
Sat
Jan 25, 2025
Sat, 1:30 pm1:30 pm
1% of Tickets Left
Michigan State Spartans at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball (Venue TBA)
Madison Square Garden • New York, NY
Madison Square Garden
New York, NY
Tue
Jan 28, 2025
Tue, 8:00 pm8:00 pm
4% of Tickets Left
Minnesota Golden Gophers at Michigan State Spartans Mens Basketball
Jack Breslin Students Event Center • East Lansing, MI
Jack Breslin Students Event Center
East Lansing, MI
Sat
Feb 01, 2025
Sat, 1:30 pm1:30 pm
1% of Tickets Left
Michigan State Spartans at USC Trojans Mens Basketball
Galen Center • Los Angeles, CA
Galen Center
Los Angeles, CA
Tue
Feb 04, 2025
Tue, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
Michigan State Spartans at UCLA Bruins Mens Basketball
Pauley Pavilion - UCLA • Los Angeles, CA
Pauley Pavilion - UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
Sat
Feb 08, 2025
Sat, 12:00 pm12:00 pm
3% of Tickets Left
Oregon Ducks at Michigan State Spartans Mens Basketball
Jack Breslin Students Event Center • East Lansing, MI
Jack Breslin Students Event Center
East Lansing, MI
Tue
Feb 11, 2025
Tue, 9:00 pm9:00 pm
4% of Tickets Left
Indiana Hoosiers at Michigan State Spartans Mens Basketball
Jack Breslin Students Event Center • East Lansing, MI
Jack Breslin Students Event Center
East Lansing, MI
Sat
Feb 15, 2025
Sat, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
3% of Tickets Left
Michigan State Spartans at Illinois Fighting Illini Mens Basketball
State Farm Center - IL • Champaign, IL
State Farm Center - IL
Champaign, IL
Tue
Feb 18, 2025
Tue, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
3% of Tickets Left
Purdue Boilermakers at Michigan State Spartans Mens Basketball
Jack Breslin Students Event Center • East Lansing, MI
Jack Breslin Students Event Center
East Lansing, MI
Fri
Feb 21, 2025
Fri, 8:00 pm8:00 pm
Michigan State Spartans at Michigan Wolverines Mens Basketball
Crisler Center • Ann Arbor, MI
Crisler Center
Ann Arbor, MI
Mon
Feb 24, 2025
Mon, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
Michigan State Spartans at Nebraska Cornhuskers Mens Basketball
Pinnacle Bank Arena • Lincoln, NE
Pinnacle Bank Arena
Lincoln, NE
Wed
Feb 26, 2025
Wed, 6:30 pm6:30 pm
Michigan State Spartans at Maryland Terrapins Mens Basketball
XFINITY Center - MD • College Park, MD
XFINITY Center - MD
College Park, MD
Sun
Mar 02, 2025
Sun, 1:30 pm1:30 pm
3% of Tickets Left
Wisconsin Badgers at Michigan State Spartans Mens Basketball
Jack Breslin Students Event Center • East Lansing, MI
Jack Breslin Students Event Center
East Lansing, MI
Thu
Mar 06, 2025
Thu, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
Michigan State Spartans at Iowa Hawkeyes Mens Basketball
Carver-Hawkeye Arena • Iowa City, IA
Carver-Hawkeye Arena
Iowa City, IA
Sun
Mar 09, 2025
Sun, 12:00 pm12:00 pm
4% of Tickets Left
Michigan Wolverines at Michigan State Spartans Mens Basketball
Jack Breslin Students Event Center • East Lansing, MI
Jack Breslin Students Event Center
East Lansing, MI
Tue
Nov 18, 2025
TBDTBD
2% of Tickets Left
2025 State Farm Champions Classic - Kentucky Wildcats vs Michigan State Spartans and Kansas Jayhawks vs Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball
Madison Square Garden • New York, NY
Madison Square Garden
New York, NY
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Michigan State Spartans Basketball Basics
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Current Conference: Big Ten Conference
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Current Division: NCAA Division I
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Last NCAA Championship Title: 2000
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Cheerleading Squad: Michigan State Cheerleading
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Dance Squad: Michigan State Dance Team
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Band: Spartan Marching Band
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Mascot: Sparty (Spartan Warrior)
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Fight Song: "Victory for MSU”
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Team Colors: Green and White
The Michigan State Basketball Schedule
Before you start packing up for game day, make sure you examine the Michigan State basketball schedule very carefully to size up the competition and select the most intriguing adversary. The Spartans’ docket features a diverse array of opponents who test the team at every turn. Each pairing provides an opportunity to gauge skills in different competitive scenarios.
Key Big Ten Conference Competitors
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University of Michigan: The rivalry between the Spartans and the Wolverines is one of the most fiercely contested in college basketball. The clash of play styles, with Michigan State's physicality against Michigan's finesse, combined with the battle for state bragging rights, makes every encounter intense.
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Ohio State: Another clash of Big Ten heavyweights, the Spartans have their work cut out for them when they face the Buckeyes. It’s a spectacle of athleticism and tactical prowess, and there is no room for error. Expect a nail-biter that showcases talent and strategy, with conference fate hanging in the balance.
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University of Illinois: In a war of wills, the Spartans men’s basketball team and the Fighting Illini lock horns in a pivotal Big Ten showdown. With both teams coming in hungry for victory, these are the type of face-offs that fuel the fighting spirit of the Big Ten, leaving everything on the court in pursuit of dominance.
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Indiana University: Games against the Hoosiers are often pivotal in determining conference standings. This particular pairing is characterized by unpredictability, with fans eagerly anticipating how Michigan State’s physicality will match Indiana University’s long-standing tradition of strategic finesse.
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University of Wisconsin: The Badgers and the Spartans have a history of closely contested games, making their games essential for Big Ten positioning. MSU comes armed with physical defense, tenacious rebounding, and a deliberate offensive strategy, while the UW has a more methodical and disciplined style, focusing on precision passing, effective three-point shooting, and strategic execution.
Jack Breslin Student Events Center
The Spartans call the Breslin Center home. This 16,280-seat arena on the East Lansing campus of MSU opened in 1989 and hosts basketball games, volleyball matches, concerts, and other events. When it comes to Spartans sports, the notoriously loud student section, dubbed the "Izzone," occupies the north end and is well-known for its raucous energy.
Parking
Multiple lots surround the facility, but finding a space can be tricky. To alleviate the main source of stress on arrival, consider reserving parking when you buy your Michigan State University basketball tickets.
Alternative Transportation
If driving isn't your thing or you simply don’t want to bother with parking, the CATA bus system offers regular service to the campus. Additionally, several shuttles connect various points throughout the university.
Notable Spartans Basketball Players
This list features the most prolific Spartans to dominate the hardwood, both in East Lansing and across the NBA landscape. These ten titans etched their names in Michigan State lore before carving their legacies into the professional game, proving that Spartan swagger translates to hardwood heroics.
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Earvin "Magic" Johnson (1977–1979): Johnson’s two-year college career culminated in a national championship and Final Four MOP honors. Drafted first overall by the Lakers, he became one of the most legendary point guards of all time, earning five championships and 12 All-Star nods.
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Jay Vincent (1977–1981): A versatile forward, Vincent led the Spartans to the 1979 Final Four. Drafted fifth overall by the Pacers, he enjoyed a 12-year career, averaging a double-double in his prime.
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Steve Smith (1987–1991): Drafted 5th overall by the Miami Heat in 1991, Steve Smith played in the NBA for 14 seasons. A versatile guard, he was an All-Star and won a championship with the San Antonio Spurs in 2003.
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Zach Randolph (2000–2001): Drafted 19th overall by the Portland Trail Blazers in 2001, Zach Randolph had a prolific 17-year NBA career. He was named an All-Star twice and remains renowned for his scoring and rebounding abilities.
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Draymond Green (2008–2012): A versatile defender and rebounder, Green led the Spartans to a Final Four appearance. Drafted 35th overall by the Warriors, he's become a four-time NBA champion, four-time All-Star, and Defensive Player of the Year in 2017.
Ready for Your Michigan State Spartans Men's Basketball Game?
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