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Spartans Triumph Over Tar Heels, Start 7-0 Season

11/28/2025

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Summary

Spartans Celebrate Victory

Michigan State University Spartans defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels 74-58, marking MSU's first 7-0 start in 11 years.
Jeremy Fears Jr. scored a career-high 19 points and added seven assists.
Jaxon Kohler posted a double-double in the win.
Carson Cooper made key plays.
Eight players logged over 10 minutes, signaling an established rotation ahead of games against Iowa and Duke.

History

Historical Context

The Michigan State Spartans' basketball program, under Coach Tom Izzo, achieved a remarkable 7-0 start in 2012, culminating in a 27-8 season. This success was highlighted by standout player Draymond Green. The current 7-0 start echoes this historical achievement, signaling a resurgence in team performance and depth, potentially positioning MSU favorably for postseason play, reminiscent of their past NCAA tournament successes.

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Spartans Celebrate Victory

Michigan State University Spartans defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels 74-58, marking MSU's first 7-0 start in 11 years.
Jeremy Fears Jr. scored a career-high 19 points and added seven assists.
Jaxon Kohler posted a double-double in the win.
Carson Cooper made key plays.
Eight players logged over 10 minutes, signaling an established rotation ahead of games against Iowa and Duke.

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