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Izzo: Spartans getting 'bona fide' big man in transfer Ben Carter

Tom Izzo went into the offseason looking for help in the paint. He officially landed a "bona fide" power forward with experience Tuesday.

Michigan State announced that big man Ben Carter will transfer to Michigan State from UNLV for his final season of eligibility. He will be eligible to play immediately in 2016-17 as a graduate transfer.

“After meeting with him and his family on their visit,” Izzo said in a release, “I’m excited to say that we are adding a good player and a great kid.”

Carter confirmed the transfer last month to the Lansing State Journal.