Get a behind the scenes look at the preparations from the Michigan State coaching staff
Get a behind the scenes look at the preparations from the Michigan State coaching staff
Michigan State basketball is gearing up for a critical Sweet 16 matchup with the Ole Miss Rebels. The Spartans, making their first appearance in the Sweet 16 since 2023, will be attempting to make their first Elite 8 appearance since 2019.
Ahead of the game on Friday, CBS Sports College Basketball on X gave fans a behind the scenes look into how the coaching staff operates and delivers a scouting report to the team. The Spartans coaching staff take pride in scouting their opposition, as well as having their team as prepared as possible for what lies ahead.
Hear from Tom Izzo, Doug Wojcik and Jon Borovich in the behind the scenes video on what it takes to get the team ready, from a coaching staff's perspective:
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