More: Michigan State coach Izzo spreads the credit around in wake of record victory The crowd got its wish, but Izzo finally got his win. In a 79-65 road victory over Illinois, No. 11 Michigan ...

But when Shannon pulled on a string to unveil his banner from the State Farm Center rafters, it was upside down. A promising night for Illinois went upside down from there too. The Illini led by ...

This Saturday night, the Big Ten basketball action heats up as the Michigan State Spartans (19-5, 10-3 Big Ten) face off against the Illinois Fighting Illini (17-8, 9-6 Big Ten). The Spartans ...