East Lansing – Michigan State was shorthanded the first time it played in front of fans during Tuesday’s exhibition victory over Grand Valley State.
And as the Spartans prepare for the season-opener Monday against Northern Arizona, there’s at least a chance they’ll be at full strength with the possibility sophomore guard Jaden Akins is back on the lineup.
“I definitely want to get back out there but it’s got to be smart,” Akins said after practice on Thursday. “I’ve got to go day by day, see how I'm feeling. So once I'm feeling 100% then I’ll know.