That was a difficult way to open the season for Michigan State basketball. A sloppy game filled with turnover and missed free throws, the Spartans left quite a bit to be desired in their loss to Kansas. However, they did hang pretty tough with the Jayhawks in the first half and showed plenty to be excited about.
Kansas head coach Bill Self made a couple comments about the Spartans after the game:
Kansas coach Bill Self on MSU's break: "I thought they looked faster than us in transition."
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) November 10, 2021
Izzo and staff are emphasizing transition this year and Hoggard and Walker are both quick in that situation which should bode well for them this year.
Kansas coach Bill Self on Max Christie: "He's long, he's gonna get stronger. I don't know if he's pure, but he's pure on tape – he can shoot the ball." Thinks Christie "can be one of the best freshmen in the country" and "as good as any freshman in the Big Ten."
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) November 10, 2021
Christie was a little off tonight, but it’s clear that he has talent. On a team with a lot of solid players, if Christie can accelerate his development he could become the star this group needs.
