When it comes to Max Christie, there’s no doubt how Tom Izzo feels.
“This kid is going to be a player,” Izzo said. “He’s legitimate.”
Of course, Izzo is not alone when it comes to the 6-foot-6 wing from Arlington Heights, Illinois. A five-star recruit and McDonald’s All-American, Christie was one of the top players in the 2021 recruiting class, ranked No. 17 overall by both 247Sports and Rivals.
Naturally, plenty is expected of a player of that caliber, and it will be no different at Michigan State.
The Spartans will be counting on Christie to make an immediate impact as they try and rebound from what can be considered a subpar season, one that ended with a 15-13 record and a loss in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament.