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Branden Dawson will return to Spartans for senior season
Branden Dawson will return to Spartans for senior season
Michigan State forward Branden Dawson will put the NBA on hold and return for his senior season. The 6-6 Dawson made the announcement official on Tuesday afternoon. [ MORE: Big Ten roster updates: Who's on the move? ] "I was always pretty sure that I wanted to return for my senior season, but Coach Izzo […]
Merriman: What lineups could look like if stars leave
Merriman: What lineups could look like if stars leave
April 27th. Remember that date, Big Ten basketball fans. That is the day in which college basketball players across the nation must decide whether they are going to stay in school or make the jump to the NBA. There are several Big Ten players who currently face that decision and will have to make a […]
Merriman: Top 10 B1G performances in the NCAA Tourney
Merriman: Top 10 B1G performances in the NCAA Tourney
Wisconsin's season came to a close after a heartbreaking 74-73 loss to Kentucky in Saturday's national semifinal matchup. The Badgers were the last team standing from the Big Ten, capping what was a memorable 2013-14 season for the conference. As a whole, Big Ten teams finished the NCAA Tournament with a combined record of 10-6. […]
Dienhart: Will they stay, or will they go to NBA?
Dienhart: Will they stay, or will they go to NBA?
Ohio State already has seen junior LaQuinton Ross opt to turn pro. Indiana freshman Noah Vonleh also is out the door. Ross looks like a second-rounder; Vonleh a lottery selection. What other Big Ten players may bolt? Players have until April 27th to make a decision. Here?s a look at the other seven Big Ten […]
Dienhart: Big guys lead Spartans to big win
Dienhart: Big guys lead Spartans to big win
Thank goodness for Michigan State big men Adreian Payne and Branden Dawson. Without that dynamic duo, Michigan State would have been sent packing tonight. But the Spartan tandem led the way in an emotional 61-59 win vs. No. 1 Virginia that advances Michigan State to the Elite Eight to play No. 7 UConn with a […]
One writer's NCAA Tourney all-region teams
One writer's NCAA Tourney all-region teams
Hello, Sweet 16! The first three rounds of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament are in the books. Three Big Ten teams remain in the field as Michigan, Michigan State and Wisconsin will attempt to stamp their ticket to the Final Four in Arlington, Texas. Through three rounds of play, we have seen plenty of upsets, […]
