It is a long list, full of great names. And even more important probably, of great characters. Ever since Tom Izzo became the head coach of Michigan State University, he has had special relationships with his players. A lot of players had fantastic college careers under Izzo, but, of course, some were more special than others.
Think of someone like Mateen Cleaves who Izzo loves like a son. Izzo even loves him so much, that he gave his name to his own son, Steven, as a middle name. Think of Draymond Green, who with his tough-minded personality and outspokenness, became a wonderful mirror and partner in crime for the Hall of Fame coach.