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Michigan State Looks to Rebound on the Road Against Penn State
University Park, PA – After a tough home loss to Duke, the No. 9 Michigan State Spartans (8-1, 1-0) are set to face the Penn State Nittany Lions (8-2, 0-1) in their first true road game of the season this Saturday. Coach Tom Izzo is hoping his team has shaken off any lingering effects from the Duke defeat and is prepared for what he expects to be a high-energy environment at the Bryce Jordan Center, fueled by the excitement surrounding Penn State’s new football coach.
The Spartans, who are looking to find consistency at the two-guard position, will face a Penn State team coming off a lopsided loss to Indiana. The Nittany Lions are led by freshman guard Kayden Mingo, who averages 15.4 points per game.
Izzo emphasized the importance of his team adjusting to playing in front of a hostile crowd, despite their experience in big games. The Spartans are favored in this matchup, looking to start their Big Ten play with a win after a week off for finals.
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