EAST LANSING — Mark Dantonio is not the only coach in line to receive a multimillion-dollar check from Michigan State for his longevity and success.
As Tom Izzo was guiding the Spartans through the NCAA tournament in March, the parameters of a $4 million contingency bonus, to be paid in three years, were agreed upon.
Izzo delivered an Elite Eight victory over Duke to earn a trip to his eighth Final Four. The Hall of Fame coach signed his new contract April 15 after losing to Texas Tech, with more perks beyond the significant retention money.