The Izzone started off the night strong with a solid chorus of boos the second that Caleb Swanigan’s name was called for the starting lineup. Only issue? Swanigan had ice running through his veins and no mater how loud the Izzone cheered, it didn’t help the Spartan’s get any taller. Size set in eventually and the Spartans drop their 3rd straight, losing 84-73 vs Purdue.

Here are my three takeaways:

1. Size DOES Matter

I have been a little guy my whole life. I know that there are some major advantages to being small.