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Spartans Basketball Faces Roster Changes After Sweet 16 Loss

3/29/2026

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Michigan State's men's basketball team lost to UConn in the Sweet 16, prompting coach Tom Izzo to reflect on the departure of seniors Jaxon Kohler and Carson Cooper.
Izzo intends to utilize the transfer portal to address the team's post needs while preserving team culture.
The women's basketball team will see Juliann Woodard and Jordan Ode enter the transfer portal, with Woodard averaging 4.3 points per game and Ode seeking new opportunities after redshirting this season.
The Spartans aim to strengthen their roster as the offseason approaches.

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Michigan State's men's basketball team lost to UConn in the Sweet 16, prompting coach Tom Izzo to reflect on the departure of seniors Jaxon Kohler and Carson Cooper.
Izzo intends to utilize the transfer portal to address the team's post needs while preserving team culture.
The women's basketball team will see Juliann Woodard and Jordan Ode enter the transfer portal, with Woodard averaging 4.3 points per game and Ode seeking new opportunities after redshirting this season.
The Spartans aim to strengthen their roster as the offseason approaches.