Michigan State Hoops Lands Former Recruit Joey Hauser
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo says the Spartans recruited Hauser out of high school and are familiar with him. Hauser said in a statement that he can't wait to take this next step in his career.
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Michigan State coach Tom Izzo says the Spartans recruited Hauser out of high school and are familiar with him. Hauser said in a statement that he can't wait to take this next step in his career.
The school announced Wednesday it received a letter of intent from Watts, who attends SPIRE Academy in Ohio and is from Detroit. He joins 6-foot-8 forward Malik Hall in Tom Izzo's recruiting class.
Michigan State will have to replace departing seniors Matt McQuaid and Kenny Goins, who will be missed for their outside shooting, defense and leadership.
This season might be remembered as the best coaching job in Izzo's long career at Michigan State, reaching his eighth Final Four with a short-handed team that lost two underclassmen to the pros last year. It has also been an emotional time for the Hall of Fame coach.
Dick Bennett's fingerprints will be all over this year's NCAA Tournament. The former longtime coach has ties to three of the four coaches in Minneapolis this week, one by blood.
"I never thought he could become what he is becoming," Michigan State coach Tom Izzo said. "And, I still think he still has a big ceiling of where he can get. He has changed his body a lot."
Beilein and Izzo are friendly rivals whose highly ranked teams will play for the first time this season on Sunday at Crisler Arena with Big Ten title and NCAA Tournament seeding implications.
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo called it grit. Perhaps no Spartan embodied that more Tuesday night than his point guard.
"Michigan State is a great team, and Tom is a great coach," Underwood said. "They're everything I want to be."
Cassius Winston began with a 16-plus-minute scoreless stretch but finished with 23 points, helping the Spartans pull away to beat the Boilermakers 77-59 on Tuesday night.
The Spartans have surged to No. 6 in the AP Top 25 with eight straight victories, including an 86-77 win against then-No. 14 Ohio State on the road Saturday.
Last season, Tom Izzo wanted to leave Nick Ward in New Jersey after a poor game against Rutgers.
Michigan State does not have the stars it did last season, when Miles Bridges and Jaren Jackson did enough to end up becoming top NBA picks.
The Spartans embraced championship-or-bust expectations throughout the season, and Izzo did little to dial down the hype.
The 63-year-old Izzo is bullish on restoring the university's good image.
There's an expectation among some Spartan fans that the 18-year-old Jackson will return for his sophomore season.
"He's absolutely one of the great coaches we've ever had. And I think he's even better off the court."
The sophomore led all players with 29 points and nine rebounds in Michigan State's first-round win over Bucknell.
Thomas later walked off the court with tears in his eyes.
From mid-range, Langford was lethal.
"The three best to do it in Bucknell history."
"Now we're at the point, I guess in my career, where we didn't win by enough."
The new mantra is in place.
As the ball was in the air, Winston said time slowed down.
It's not how you start, as the saying goes, it's how you finish.
Michigan State Police personnel are investigating after a vehicle was struck by gunfire in a shooting on Interstate 94 in Detroit early Sunday.
A female is dead and a suspect has been identified after a homicide in Wyandotte, Michigan, police said Sunday morning.
Around 8,200 people who applied for or renewed an enhanced driver's license or state ID in Michigan will be receiving corrected cards after state officials say a vendor misprinted the credentials they received.
Bryce Underwood converted with a second chance on a Hail Mary, connecting with JJ Buchanan for a 47-yard touchdown pass that lifted No. 16 Michigan over Western Michigan 13-12.
An officer with the Detroit Police Department is injured after they accidentally discharged his weapon inside a precinct locker room early Saturday, according to authorities.
A woman is dead and two other people are injured after a shooting in the parking lot of a TGI Fridays in Southfield, Michigan, late Friday, according to police.
Bryce Underwood converted with a second chance on a Hail Mary, connecting with JJ Buchanan for a 47-yard touchdown pass that lifted No. 16 Michigan over Western Michigan 13-12.
As of Saturday afternoon, DTE Energy says around 4,000 utility workers are focused on restoring power to tens of thousands of Southeast Michigan residents.
Around 8,200 people who applied for or renewed an enhanced driver's license or state ID in Michigan will be receiving corrected cards after state officials say a vendor misprinted the credentials they received.
Michigan State Police personnel are investigating after a vehicle was struck by gunfire in a shooting on Interstate 94 in Detroit early Sunday.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
Bruce Campbell, an actor and filmmaker widely known for his work in "The Evil Dead" franchise, says his cancer prognosis indicates he has about five years to live.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
For decades, the Farmington Civic Theatre has often been recognized as a community staple, but since the Covid-19 pandemic, management says attendance has dropped significantly.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
The Supreme Court left in place guidance from the Federal Communications Commission that allows political parties and committees access to cheaper rates for political ads.
The Trump administration is allowing construction of a state-federal project aimed at preventing invasive carp from reaching the Great Lakes to move forward.
Although worker wages have risen modestly this year, pay is increasing much faster in some metro areas than in others, labor data shows.
The Michigan Supreme Court turned down an emergency request to place the measure on the ballot, hours after the U.S. Supreme Court also declined to intervene.
Detroit's chief public health officer, Ali Abazeed, confirmed in a press conference following Thursday's severe weather that the first human case of West Nile virus has been recorded.
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
A mosquito species that is new to Michigan is recognizable by its black-and-white striped body. Unlike most mosquitoes, it is active and bites during the day.
The rate of students requesting vaccine exemptions increased from 3.1% in 2015 to 3.4% in 2020, then to 6.2% in 2024, and reached a 12-year high in 2025, according to the latest data.
Three Michigan school districts are using a specialized clinic to tackle rising healthcare costs.
Bryce Underwood converted with a second chance on a Hail Mary, connecting with JJ Buchanan for a 47-yard touchdown pass that lifted No. 16 Michigan over Western Michigan 13-12.
Riley Greene hit two solo homers, had a season-high four hits and drove in four runs, and Framber Valdez threw seven innings to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-0 on Saturday night.
Alessio Milivojevic converted a fourth down with a 5-yard, go-ahead touchdown pass to Rodney Bullard early in the fourth quarter and Michigan State went on to beat Toledo 30-20 on Friday night in Pat Fitzgerald's debut as coach of the Spartans.
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
The Detroit Lions are hoping to win the NFC North for the third time in four years.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
Cooler and drier for the rest of the long weekend
A day after President Trump called the conflict with Iran “small potatoes,” U.S. forces struck multiple Iranian tankers. Iran says it’s striking back, aiming at three vessels tied to the U.S. The escalation in the Middle East comes as oil prices rise and the midterms move closer. Gwen Baumgardner reports.
A woman is dead and two other people are injured after a shooting in the parking lot of a TGI Fridays in Southfield late Friday. A man is in custody in connection with the incident.
After severe weather, the damage is now coming into focus across Southeast Michigan. Residents spent Saturday clearing away debris and repairing homes. The National Weather Service says three tornadoes touched down across the area between Wednesday and Thursday. Julia Avant heard from DTE Energy about when tens of thousands of customers may expect their power to be restored.
Drying conditions and cooler air take over this weekend.