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Once again, Michigan State basketball is seen by oddsmakers as one of the leading contenders to dominate March Madness and emerge as the national champions.
In his illustrious coaching career, Tom Izzo has achieved numerous remarkable accomplishments.
Since 2000, Izzo has been in pursuit of a second national championship in NCAA basketball.
Is it possible for the Michigan State coach, who has been with the team for a long time, to lead the Spartans to victory in the 2020-21 college basketball season? The outcome is uncertain and relies on various factors.
Spartans remain one of the favorites to win it all
Despite the closure of 11 casinos in Michigan, it is still worthwhile to consider future odds, particularly with college basketball commencing on Wednesday.
As of Tuesday, Nov. 24 at 3 p.m. ET, the odds for the Michigan State Spartans to win it all in 2021 vary between +1500 and +1800, depending on the sportsbook.
| Michigan State Odds | BetMGM | DraftKings | FanDuel | PointsBet | William Hill |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCAA Tournament Odds To Win | +1800 | +1500 | +1800 | +1800 | +1600 |
| Big Ten Tournament Title | +400 | +360 | N/A | +350 | N/A |
| EMU at MSU Game | N/A | EMU +20 MSU -20 |
EMU +19.5 MSU -19.5 |
N/A | EMU +20 MSU -20 |
However, the Spartans face tough competition for the title. According to DraftKings, leading favorites for the championship include Villanova (+600), Gonzaga (+700), Baylor (+800), Iowa (+800), Kentucky (+900), and Virginia (+900).
DraftKings lists Michigan State as one of the top contenders with odds of +360 to win the Big Ten Tournament. Iowa holds the favorite position with odds of +265, closely followed by Wisconsin (+350) and Illinois (+355) as other strong contenders.
MSU, ranked at No. 13 in the AP Rankings, will commence their season by hosting Eastern Michigan on Wednesday at 6 p.m. ET.
According to oddsmakers, MSU is strongly favored in the upcoming game. The Spartans are expected to be the home team with odds ranging from 19.5 to 20 points in their favor.
Tom Izzo overcomes COVID-19 before tipoff
Izzo embarks on his 26th season as the Spartans’ head coach, boasting an impressive track record. Throughout his tenure, he has amassed a remarkable 628-241 overall record with MSU, including an impressive 302-132 record in Big Ten games.
Under Izzo’s leadership, Michigan State has achieved a remarkable record of reaching the Final Four eight times and securing one national championship.
Izzo’s offseason has been a rollercoaster ride. On one hand, his recruiting for upcoming seasons has been exceptional. On the other hand, the seasoned coach has recently overcome a challenging bout with COVID-19.
After being away from the team for a two-week period to address the virus, Izzo successfully rejoined the squad on Monday.
Despite being 65 years old, Izzo managed to coach his team remotely and kept in constant communication with his players to prepare them for the upcoming demanding season.
Lone senior Joshua Langford hoping to stay healthy
Joshua Langford stands as the sole representative of Michigan State’s senior leadership as they enter the 2020-21 season, a team traditionally renowned for their experienced leaders.
Langford has faced numerous challenges in his journey back to the court. In the 2018-19 season, he was only able to play in 13 games due to a foot injury. Furthermore, he had to sit out the entire following season as he underwent foot surgery.
Before the injury, the junior guard had been scoring an average of 15.0 points, collecting 3.6 rebounds, and dishing out 2.3 assists per game. He stood at an impressive height of 6’5″.
This season, Langford’s production and leadership will be crucial for the team since they lost point guard Cassius Winston to graduation and Xavier Tillman, a potential senior, decided to enter the NBA Draft.
Aaron Henry, Rocket Watts and great expectations
The Spartans are faced with a significant void following the departure of Winston and Tillman.
Last season, Winston had an average of 18.6 points and 5.9 assists per game, whereas Tillman had averages of 13.7 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game.
To lead the way, Izzo will heavily rely on his junior class consisting of seven players. The top returning scorer from last season is forward Aaron Henry, who maintained an average of 10.0 points and 4.6 rebounds per game.
This season, Sophomore Rocket Watts has the potential to make a significant impact. While he averaged 9.0 points and 1.7 assists as a freshman, the 6’2″ guard is anticipated to step into the starting point guard position.
According to BetMGM’s oddsmakers, Watts is given odds of +30000 and Henry is given odds of +40000 to win the John R. Wooden Award this season, which recognizes the nation’s top player.
Looking ahead: New faces for the Spartans
Michigan State has recruited two highly rated four-star freshmen for the upcoming 2020-21 season, alongside an impressive transfer player.
The team welcomes two incoming freshmen recruits, point guard A.J. Hoggard and center Maddy Sissoko, alongside junior Joey Hauser, who joins after transferring from Marquette.
The majority of Spartan fans are pinning their hopes on Hauser, who showcased impressive performance for the Golden Eagles during the 2018-19 season, averaging 9.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.
In addition, Hauser showcases exceptional shooting skills beyond the arc, boasting a remarkable 42.5% success rate from the 3-point line during his tenure at Marquette.
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