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Michigan State basketball: Is it OK to blame officiating for Purdue loss?

Dec 6, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo talks with a referee during the second half against the Western Michigan Broncos at Jack Breslin Student Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State basketball blew a 17-point lead against Purdue, a team that has given them trouble. Who is to blame for one of Izzo’s worst losses ever?

An easy place to start is by addressing the Michigan State fans who think they’re morally superior to others because they refuse to blame the referees. I actually agree with all of you — Michigan State blowing a huge first half lead is Tom Izzo’s fault.