Dec 28, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Joshua Langford (1) knocks the ball away from Minnesota Gophers guard Both Gach (11) during the first half at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Harrison Barden-USA TODAY Sports
After an ugly 25-point loss to Minnesota, Michigan State basketball’s lack of fire has become increasingly concerning and unacceptable.
It was apparent early on against Minnesota: Michigan State just didn’t have it. This had been the case with the Spartans ever since beating Duke six games ago.
For the past few weeks, Michigan State has been playing some uninspired, fire-less basketball which has led to a 3-3 record which could easily be 1-5 or 2-4 with a couple of huge upsets to mid-majors such as Western Michigan, Detroit Mercy or Oakland.