Michigan State basketball ranks eighth in ESPN's preseason top 25
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Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Michigan State basketball has been ranked eighth in ESPN's latest preseason top 25 for next season, as reported by Jeff Borzello. This ranking follows the return of key player Jeremy Fears Jr., and positions the Spartans third among Big Ten teams, behind Michigan and Illinois. Michigan State’s lineup includes notable players like Fears and forward Coen Carr, raising expectations for a potential national championship run under coach Tom Izzo. The complete rankings feature prominent teams such as Florida at No. 1 and Duke at No. 2.
- •Michigan State is ranked No. 8 in ESPN's preseason rankings.
- •Jeremy Fears Jr. returns, supporting championship aspirations.
- •The Spartans are third among Big Ten teams in the rankings.
- •ESPN's top two teams are Florida (1) and Duke (2).
- •Key players include Fears and forward Coen Carr.
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