Michigan State outlines key games in men's and women's basketball schedules
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:34 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Michigan State University's men's basketball team faces a demanding Big Ten schedule starting in December, with significant matchups against Purdue and Michigan in February. The Spartans kick off their nonconference play against Quinnipiac on November 2, featuring tough opponents like Duke and Tennessee soon after. Meanwhile, the women's basketball team also has a challenging February ahead. Both teams aim to leverage their schedules to prepare for their respective seasons and strengthen their standings within the conference.
- •MSU men's Big Ten games include Purdue and Michigan in February.
- •Nonconference schedule features Duke, Tennessee, and Arkansas.
- •Women's team faces a tough stretch in February.
- •First Big Ten game for men against Minnesota on December 2.
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