Tom Izzo faces starting lineup dilemma after Michigan State's exhibition win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Michigan State defeated Incarnate Word 89-59 in their first exhibition game on October 2 at the Breslin Center. Jesse McCulloch had a standout performance, scoring 20 points in his first career start, while Cam Ward missed the game due to a minor ankle sprain. The Spartans demonstrated improved three-point shooting, hitting 13 of 30 attempts. However, the bench struggled with turnovers, committing 18 in total. Izzo must now decide on a starting rotation once Ward returns. Michigan State's next exhibition game is scheduled for October 20 against UConn.
- •Michigan State beats Incarnate Word 89-59 in exhibition
- •Jesse McCulloch scores 20 points in debut start
- •Spartans make 13 of 30 three-point attempts
- •Bench tallies 33 points but struggles with turnovers
- •Next exhibition game for Michigan State is October 20 against UConn
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Tom Izzo Has A New Starting Lineup Problem
"Izzo's new starter scored 20 points as Michigan State rolled past Incarnate Word 89-59. #GoGreen
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