With future looking bright, Michigan State can play free in NCAA Tournament

Michigan State coach Tom Izzo surpasses Mike Krzyzewski's record of 24 NCAA Tournament appearances.

The Spartans have entered March Madness largely devoid of external pressure for a third consecutive season.

They began the year unranked, climbed into the Top 25 after beating Kentucky and Villanova in back-to-back games.

Michigan State's recruiting class ranks third nationally in 247Sports' Composite.

Michigan State coach Tom Izzo says players are getting hurt more than they're getting helped.

Roster building and roster balancing have morphed into a ceaseless, year-round endeavor for coaching staffs across the country.

"I've been a 1-seed and lost in the first weekend," Izzo said.

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