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The Final Four Is Not On The Schedule - A Podcast Discussing Michigan State Basketball.

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Michigan State Basketball
Big Ten Conference
Michigan State University
NCAA Tournament
College Basketball
Big Ten
Michigan State
Tom Izzo
Basketball
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Jeremy Fears
Michigan State Spartans
NCAA
Big Ten Championship
Robbie Hummel
Maryland Terrapins
Transfer Portal
NIL
Iowa Hawkeyes
Bracketology

Michigan State basketball fanalysts Eric and Rod break down the Spartans to a level of detail that casual and hardcore Spartan fans will love.

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August 23, 2026: Just when you think things couldn’t get any nuttier in college basketball, it does and rosters for the upcoming season are as much in the lurch as ever before. State and federal court rulings are allowing a lot of graduated seniors o... more

August 20, 2026: Once again, it looks like Mike Rhoades and his Penn State Nittany Lions are headed to the cellar of the Big Ten. It’s hard to imagine any other fate for a program that has such open lack of institutional support. It’s so blatant in H... more

August 17, 2026: Highlighting this year’s phenomenal freshman recruiting class for the Spartans is 6’5” guard/wing, Jasiah Jervis, from New York City. Jervis is a three level scorer, who defends at a high level. Recently, he played alongside teammate... more

August 13, 2026: CJ Medlock was the first freshman to commit to this year’s class. Despite being from Michigan, he spent his last year in Missouri playing for Link Academy with fellow freshman, Ethan Taylor. By every measure, the 5’11” point guard ha... more

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Recent Guests

Julius Avent
Incoming freshman basketball player for Michigan State University
Michigan State University
Episode: 6'7" Wing Julius Avent Interview
Jay Billis
Basketball analyst referenced in interview context
Episode: Michigan State Late Summer High School Reccruiting Update
Ethan Taylor
Freshman Center on Michigan State, recruited by Izzo
Michigan State University
Episode: 7' 5* Ethan Taylor Joins MSU's Interior Attack
Anton Bonke
New Michigan State player from Vanuatu
Michigan State Spartans
Episode: Anton Bonke's Journey from Vanuatu to the 5 in East Lansing
Kaleb Glenn
Basketball player, Michigan State University
Michigan State University
Episode: Forced to Sit Last Year Due to Injury, Kaleb Glenn Talks About How He Is Ready to Play
Shon Morris
Big Ten Network analyst (in-studio and courtside)
Big Ten Network
Episode: Shon Morris Talks Big Ten & MSU
Jack Ebling
Friend of the show, MSU basketball journalist and author
Drive with Jack / Spotlight Media Network
Episode: Jack Ebling on the Turmoil at MSU and MSU Hoops Forecast
Mike DeCourcy
Senior writer at the Sporting News; Big Ten bracketologist and commentator
Sporting News; Fox Sports BTN
Episode: Why NCAA Tournament Expansion Stinks with Mike DeCourcy
Emma Stoppard
Legal/academic commentator referenced in discussion
Episode: Carson Cooper & the 5-5 Rule & Big Ten Teams #14-10 Season Recaps

Hosts

Eric
Host with deep MSU knowledge and analytical approach; contributes structured critique and roster/strategy insights.
Rod
Co-host bringing in-depth basketball analysis and emphasis on game fundamentals and Big Ten context.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 412 ratings
  • Really poor analysis

    Essentially just reading the box score, the older guy is so biased towards MSU that you need to ignore anything he says if you want an honest take

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DetroitRadMD
    United States7 months ago
  • Terrific analysis

    I really enjoy the pregame and the postgame analysis every episode. Good insights, predictions, and rundown of both teams they’re discussing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ruzzjon
    United States7 months ago
  • Delusion and sour grapes

    The old timer in particular is insanely delusional. Never credits the other teams for when State lose. It’s always State didn’t do this, they failed to do that, not understanding that the other team is the reason for the failings. Typical State stuff, really.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    GaucheGentleman
    United States9 months ago
  • Thanks Eric & Rod!

    As a lifelong MSU fan born & raised in the Hoosier State, this is my go-to podcast for Sparty hoops. I appreciate Eric's organization & commentary, as well as Rod's in-depth & insightful analysis. As a former college hooper myself, it's clear that he's a student of the game, which makes it a lot more enjoyable to listen to, as opposed to so many other uninformed talking heads out there. Keep up the great work guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hoosier-Josh
    United States10 months ago
  • Love it

    These guys have awesome big ten previews every year, and they even end up getting me to listen to a few MSU episodes each season as well. Go Big Red

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    baljdiegfkd
    United Statesa year ago

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7' 5* Ethan Taylor Joins MSU's Interior Attack
Q: How has the adjustment been since arriving on campus?
He describes initial excitement, a sense of support, and the ongoing work to integrate into the team and adapt to MSU's environment.
7' 5* Ethan Taylor Joins MSU's Interior Attack
Q: What were the biggest factors for you picking Michigan State?
The main factors were the program's perceived need for him, the sense of being wanted, and the strong, family-oriented culture.
7' 5* Ethan Taylor Joins MSU's Interior Attack
Q: What was your impression of Michigan State's program before you committed?
Ethan explains he didn't know much at first, but after being recruited he did a deep dive and grew impressed with the program, Izzo's staff, and the culture of love and brotherhood.
Bracketology Update: MSU Up to a 2 Seed
Q: Dom, what would a loss to Georgetown last night have done to St. John's seed line?
A loss would have hurt their seed line but not catastrophically; they likely would have fallen to a seven or moved down a tier, since the gap between the middle seed lines is substantial, and a single loss doesn't always erase a strong resume.
Bracketology: MSU up to a 3 Seed. Duke Overall #1 with UM Close Behind
Q: What are the current seedings for Michigan State?
Depending on their performance, if they beat Indiana, they could solidify their standing on the two line; otherwise, they risk falling to a three or four seed.

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Two Michigan State basketball analysts provide in-depth, data-driven breakdowns of MSU hoops, focusing on rosters, recruiting, transfers, and game strategy. Episodes blend legal and governance contexts around college athletics with on-court analysis, offering practical takeaways on five-year eligibility rules, NIL implications, and roster-building timelines. Banter and guest perspectives from players, coaches, and industry voices surface alongside light sponsorship reads, giving listeners a balanced mix of tactical insight and context about the changing college basketball landscape. The show stands out for its dispassionate yet passionate approach, clear game-sense analysis, and willingness to tackle institutional dynamics shaping MSU's fut... more

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