Michigan State reaches 16th Sweet 16 under Tom Izzo with 71-63 March Madness win over New Mexico
- The University of New Mexico Lobos will face Michigan State for a chance to reach the Sweet 16 in the NCAA Tournament.
- This match marks the first time in 13 years the Lobos have advanced in the tournament, aiming for their first Sweet 16 appearance ever.
- Richard Pitino, UNM's head basketball coach, emphasized the importance of rest before the game, stating, 'This time of year, it's about rest more so than practicing.'
- The Lobos achieved their first NCAA Tournament victory since 2012 with a 75-66 win over Marquette, marking a significant moment for the program.
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Michigan State Spartans, coach Tom Izzo earn 16th trip to Sweet 16
Jaden Akins scored 16 points while the Michigan State bench chipped in 36 to help the Spartans cruise by New Mexico and into the Sweet 16 of the 2025 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament.


Despite sluggish start, Michigan State downs New Mexico to reach Sweet 16
CLEVELAND — Michigan State is headed to the Sweet 16. Despite a slow start and an off-night from freshman guard Jase Richardson, No. 2 seed Michigan State rallied for a 71-63 win over No. 10 seed New Mexico in Sunday’s second round NCAA Tournament game at Cleveland’s Rocket Arena. The Spartans will face No. 6 seed Ole Miss on Friday in Atlanta. Related Articles College Sports | Michigan State women seek next step in second round vs. N…
Michigan State reaches 16th Sweet 16 under Tom Izzo with 71-63 March Madness win over New Mexico
Jaden Akins scored 16 points, including a 3-pointer that put Michigan State ahead to stay, and coach Tom Izzo took the Spartans to the Sweet 16 for the 16th time with a 71-63 victory over New Mexico.
Lobos season ends with loss to Michigan State in round of 32
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The historic season for the UNM men's basketball season has come to an end. The Lobos fell to Michigan State 63-71 in the round of 32 in the NCAA tournament on Sunday night. The entire first half of the game belonged to the Lobos. No. 10 UNM jumped out to a quick 7-0 run to start the game and grew its lead to as many as 10. The No. 2 seeded Spartans then held strong on defense and held New Mexico to just one field goal…
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