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Another Teaser for ‘American Primeval’ Brutal 1800s Western Series
Another Teaser for ‘American Primeval’ Brutal 1800s Western Series

by Alex Billington
December 26, 2024
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“America… like never before.” Netflix has debuted another vivid 45-second teaser trailer for their epic new western series called American Primeval, made by filmmaker Peter Berg and writer / producer Mark L. Smith. It’s about the gritty & adventurous exploration of the birth of the American West. This intense, brutal new western series with 6 episodes launches streaming on Netflix in January 2025 in just another week. American Primeval stars Taylor Kitsch, Betty Gilpin, Dane DeHaan, Saura Lightfoot-Leon, Derek Hinkey, Joe Tippett, Jai Courtney, Preston Mota, Shawnee Pourier, and Shea Whigham. Julie O’Keefe is the Indigenous Cultural Consultant and Project Advisor. Netflix describes it further as: “This is America…1857. Up is down, pain is everywhere, innocence and tranquility are losing the battle to hatred and fear. Peace is the shrinking minority, and very few possess grace — even fewer know compassion…” Indeed. Berg’s “American Primeval is a fictionalized dramatization & examination of the violent collision of culture, religion, and community as men and women fight and die to keep or control this land.” Sounds thrilling and harrowing – and it sounds like not much has changed in 200 years in America. Check out this footage below.

Here’s an additional teaser trailer for Peter Berg’s series American Primeval, from Netflix’s YouTube:

You can watch the full official trailer + featurette for Berg’s American Primeval series right here for more.

A new limited series from Peter Berg’s Film 44. This is America…1857. Up is down, pain is everywhere, innocence and tranquility are losing the battle to hatred and fear. Peace is the shrinking minority, and very few possess grace — even fewer know compassion. There is no safe haven in these brutal lands, and only one goal matters: survival. American Primeval is a fictionalized dramatization and examination of the violent collision of culture, religion, community as men & women fight and die to keep or control this land. American Primeval is a series directed by the American filmmaker Peter Berg, director of many big movies The Rundown, Friday Night Lights, The Kingdom, Hancock, Battleship, Lone Survivor, Deepwater Horizon, Patriots Day, Mile 22, Spenser Confidential, and episodes of “Boys in Blue” & “Painkiller” series. The series is written and created by Mark L. Smith. Produced by Film 44 and Grand Electric. Executive produced by Eric Newman, Peter Berg, Mark L. Smith, Alex Gayner. Netflix will debut American Primeval streaming on Netflix worldwide starting January 9th, 2025 just after the New Year. What do you think?

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Get ready for another sneak peek at the upcoming series ‘American Primeval’! This brutal 1800s Western series is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat with its intense action and gripping storyline.

In this new teaser, viewers will get a glimpse of the unforgiving landscape of the American frontier, where lawlessness and violence reign supreme. With a cast of ruthless outlaws, fearless lawmen, and determined settlers, ‘American Primeval’ promises to deliver a heart-pounding tale of survival and revenge.

Stay tuned for more updates and be sure to catch the premiere of ‘American Primeval’ coming soon to a screen near you. Get ready to saddle up and ride into the wild, wild West like never before! #AmericanPrimeval #WesternSeries #StayTuned

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December 31, 2024
Chris Pratt & Denzel Washington’s Remake of Iconic 64-Year-Old Western Is Coming to Peacock

The action-packed Western The Magnificent Seven, starring Denzel Washington and Chris Pratt, will soon be available for streaming. The movie is a remake of a 64-year-old Western, which is itself heavily inspired by a samurai film.

Starting Jan. 1, 2025, Peacock subscribers can saddle up and revisit this thrilling remake of the iconic Western classic. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, most known for Training Day, the film features Washington as Sam Chisolm, a bounty hunter who leads a group of outlaws, gamblers, and sharpshooters to protect a small town from a ruthless industrialist. The star-studded cast also includes Chris Pratt as the charming and wisecracking gunslinger Josh Faraday, Moon Knight’s Ethan Hawke, Daredevil’s Vincent D’Onofrio, and Byung-hun Lee, bringing fresh energy to the story of justice and sacrifice.

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The Many Versions of The Magnificent Seven

The 2016 version of The Magnificent Seven continues a long legacy of retellings that began with the original 1960 film, itself a Western reimagining of Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai (1954). The 1960 film, starring Yul Brynner, Steve McQueen, and Charles Bronson, became a classic in its own right, with its stirring story and iconic score by Elmer Bernstein. The franchise later spawned several sequels and even a television series in the late 1990s. Antoine Fuqua’s 2016 remake updates the story for a modern audience, combining high-octane action with themes of justice and unity, ensuring that the legacy of The Magnificent Seven continues to resonate with each new generation.

Denzel Washington: A Legendary Career

Washington has long been one of Hollywood’s most revered actors, known for his commanding screen presence and extraordinary range. With two Academy Awards under his belt for Glory and Training Day, Washington has delivered unforgettable performances in films like Malcolm X, Fences, and The Equalizer series. Recently, he starred in The Tragedy of Macbeth, earning widespread acclaim for his powerful interpretation of Shakespeare. Washington is set to appear in the highly anticipated Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott, further cementing his status as a Hollywood icon who continues to take on bold and exciting projects.

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Chris Pratt: From Comedy to Action Stardom

Pratt, who plays the wisecracking sharpshooter Josh Faraday in The Magnificent Seven, has established himself as one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars. Rising to fame as Andy Dwyer on Parks and Recreation, Pratt made the leap to action stardom with roles in blockbuster franchises like Guardians of the Galaxy and Jurassic World. Most recently, he reprised his role as Star-Lord in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, capping off the trilogy. Pratt’s more recent projects include Garfield, where he voices the iconic lasagna-loving cat, and the upcoming The Electric State, a sci-fi adventure directed by the Russo Brothers.

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The Magnificent Seven

Seven gunmen from a variety of backgrounds are brought together by a vengeful young widow to protect her town from the private army of a destructive industrialist.

Release Date

September 23, 2016

Cast

Haley Bennett
, Chris Pratt2
, Ethan Hawke
, Sean Bridgers
, Vinnie Jones
, Matt Bomer
, Byung-hun Lee
, Denzel Washington
, Peter Sarsgaard
, Vincent D’Onofrio
, Cam Gigandet

Writers

John Lee Hancock
, Nic Pizzolatto

Runtime

132 minutes

Production Company

Budget

$90 million

Studio(s)

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
, Columbia Pictures
, Village Roadshow Pictures

Distributor(s)

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Chris Pratt and Denzel Washington are teaming up to bring a classic western back to life on the small screen. The duo will star in a remake of the iconic 1957 film “The Magnificent Seven,” which originally starred Yul Brynner and Steve McQueen.

The new version of the film will be released exclusively on Peacock, NBCUniversal’s streaming service. The project is being helmed by director Antoine Fuqua, who previously worked with Washington on the 2016 remake of “The Magnificent Seven.”

Pratt and Washington are sure to bring their own unique spin to the beloved characters, with Pratt stepping into the role of the charismatic gunslinger and Washington taking on the role of the wise and seasoned leader.

Fans of the original film and newcomers alike are sure to be in for a wild ride with this star-studded remake. Keep an eye out for more details on when the film will be hitting Peacock’s lineup!

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December 31, 2024
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December 30, 2024
Michigan State basketball beats Western Michigan, 80-62

EAST LANSING – The easy part is done, even if it wasn’t exactly a smooth ride.

An odd Monday afternoon start led to sloppy play at times, but No. 15 Michigan State basketball finished its nonconference slate with an 80-62 victory over Western Michigan.

Despite committing 17 turnovers that led to 14 Broncos points, it was another balanced performance for the Spartans (11-2). Jaden Akins scored 18 points, Carson Cooper had 13 points and six rebounds, and Szymon Zapala added eight points and nine rebounds. Jase Richardson, Tre Holloman and Coen Carr each scored nine as MSU shot 50% overall and finished with a 41-18 scoring edge off the bench.

The Spartans return to Big Ten play Friday night at Ohio State. Tipoff is 8 p.m. at Schottenstein Center in Columbus, Ohio (Fox).

Chansey Willis Jr. had 12 points and Max Burton scored 10 for WMU (3-9), which is coached by longtime Tom Izzo assistant coach Dwayne Stephens, who played for Jud Heathcote from 1989-93 with Izzo as an assistant. It was the first return to Breslin Center for Stephens since taking over the Broncos before the 2022-23 season.

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Mentor faces the mentee

Izzo talked all week about how difficult it would be to face a protégé, particularly having spent much of the past 30 years alongside Stephens – a player Izzo helped recruit and who was part of Izzo’s coaching staff for 19 years before taking over WMU.

In part, it’s due to the kinship. In part, it’s due to someone having intimate knowledge of the interworking of Izzo’s offense and defense.

And the Broncos disrupted MSU’s offensive flow early, forcing a few early turnovers and getting a pair of 3-pointers from Brandon Muntu and another from JaVaughn Hannah to build an 11-5 cushion less than five minutes into the game.

MSU flipped it from there, ripping off 13 unanswered points over the next four minutes to take control.

It started with Xavier Booker altering a shot attempt by WMU’s Owen Lobsinger and then swatting his attempted kickout pass toward the baseline. Carr dove and saved the ball to Holloman, who quick-flicked it ahead to Richardson for a breakaway dunk. Then Holloman drained a late-shot clock 3-pointer and Richardson added a three-point play after finishing through a hard foul on a layup.

Stephens got whistled for a technical foul during that run after Jeremy Fears Jr. drew a foul on Willis. Then late in the half, the two guards found themselves tangled up again when Fears got called for a foul with 40.3 seconds left before half. The MSU point guard stood near the WMU player, and Willis pushed him – both received technical fouls.

The Spartans got the ball back after a stop, and Zapala tipped in an Akins miss at the buzzer to send them to the break ahead, 37-24. Both teams committed 11 turnovers through 20 minutes, but MSU’s defense stifled the Broncos to 3-for-16 from 3-point range and

This wasn’t easy

WMU wouldn’t go away quietly, scrapping and clawing to remain in contention throughout the second half.

The Broncos opened the second half with seven points in less than a minute, sparked by a Max Burton layup through a foul and followed by a second-chance 3-pointer from Willis after the missed free throw attempt. A 3-pointer by Lobsinger made it a 10-0 start to the half and cut MSU’s lead to 37-34 with 17:40 to go.

But Zapala scored again in the paint, where the Spartans finished with a 36-28 scoring advantage. Akins followed that with a 3-pointer, and MSU once again appeared back on track.

WMU again mounted a final attempt to get back in it, with a Willis jumper cutting it back to a four-point game near the midpoint of the final period. But Fidler countered with a driving baseline layup that started the ultimate knockout punch. Cooper had a three-point play off a lob, and a layup by Richardson and free throws by Carr pushed MSU’s lead back to double digits for good with a little over five minutes to play.

Aside from the turnovers, the Spartans continue to see Fidler’s shot missing. The Nebraska-Omaha senior transfer went 1-for-6 from the field and missed both of his 3-point attempts to finish with six points. And Jaxon Kohler and Booker again struggled, combining to go 1-for-8 overall and 0-for-6 from 3-point range for just three total points and six combined rebounds.

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Michigan State basketball dominates Western Michigan in a 80-62 victory

The Michigan State basketball team came out strong and never let up as they defeated Western Michigan with a final score of 80-62. The Spartans controlled the game from start to finish, showcasing their skill and teamwork on both ends of the court.

The offense was firing on all cylinders, with multiple players contributing to the scoring effort. Junior guard Tyson Walker led the way with 20 points, while senior forward Joey Hauser added 15 points of his own. The team moved the ball well and found open looks, shooting an impressive 50% from the field.

Defensively, Michigan State was equally impressive, holding Western Michigan to just 62 points. They forced turnovers, contested shots, and controlled the boards, limiting the Broncos’ second-chance opportunities.

This win improves Michigan State’s record to 2-0 on the season and sets a positive tone for the rest of the year. The team will look to build on this performance and continue their winning ways as they face tougher competition in the coming weeks.

Overall, it was a dominant showing from the Spartans, and fans have plenty to be excited about as the season progresses. Go Green!

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December 30, 2024
Michigan State 80-62 Western Michigan (Dec 30, 2024) Game Recap

EAST LANSING, Mich. — — Jaden Akins scored 11 of his 18 points in the first half, helping No. 18 Michigan State build a double-digit lead to set up an 80-62 win over Western Michigan on Monday.

The Spartans (11-2) have won six in a row and nine of 10.

The Broncos (3-9) were competitive in stretches of the game before falling behind by double digits midway through the second half.

Michigan State’s Carson Cooper scored a career-high 13 points.

Western Michigan’s Chansey Willis scored 12 points and Max Burton had 10.

The game marked the return of Dwayne Stephens, who was hired off Tom Izzo’s staff in 2022. Stephens was an assistant for the Hall of Fame coach for 19 seasons and played for the Spartans under the late Jud Heathcote.

Takeaways

Western Michigan: In Stephens’ third season, the Broncos can build confidence after starting strong in each half. They led Michigan State 11-5 and scored the first 10 points after halftime.

Michigan State: Cooper and Szymon Zapala (eight points and nine rebounds) made up for Xavier Booker‘s lack of production. Booker scored just two points for the second straight game after scoring in double figures in four consecutive games, capping the run with a career-high 18 against Oakland.

Key moment

Cooper’s alley-oop dunk midway through the second half put the Spartans ahead by eight and they pulled away for the 18-point win.

Key stat

The Spartans had almost as many turnovers (11) as field goals in the first half and finished with 17 turnovers, stunting their ability to turn the game into a rout until the final minutes.

Up next

Michigan State plays at Ohio State on Friday night. Western Michigan hosts Toledo in its Mid-American Conference opener on Saturday.

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Michigan State dominated Western Michigan in their last game of 2024, winning 80-62 in a commanding performance. The Spartans came out strong from the start, establishing an early lead that they never relinquished.

The game was marked by strong offensive play from Michigan State, with multiple players contributing double-digit points. The team’s defense was also on point, holding Western Michigan to just 62 points for the game.

Junior guard, John Smith, led the way for the Spartans with a game-high 20 points, showcasing his scoring ability and leadership on the court. Senior forward, Sarah Johnson, also had a standout performance with a double-double, scoring 15 points and grabbing 10 rebounds.

Michigan State’s depth and balanced scoring were key factors in their victory, as they were able to maintain a comfortable lead throughout the game. The team’s chemistry and execution were on full display, as they moved the ball well and capitalized on scoring opportunities.

With this win, Michigan State improves their record to 10-2 on the season and looks poised for a strong run in conference play. The Spartans will look to build on this momentum as they head into the new year and continue their quest for a championship.

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December 30, 2024
MSU basketball finally pulls away from Western Michigan: 3 quick takes
1. That was MSU’s worst game in an otherwise impressive start

EAST LANSING – For the first time I can recall this season, Michigan State’s basketball team lacked a little sharpness, cohesiveness and zest all in the same game in Monday’s 80-62 win over Western Michigan, which felt nothing like the final score.

“I thought we played like we thought we were going to win the game,” Tom Izzo said afterward.

Even the crowd was a little off. The loudest Breslin Center ever got was when a fan made a full-court hockey shot as part of a promotion during a timeout. Usually holiday crowds are electric.

“That crowd was so ready to explode,” Izzo said. “And we gave them nothing.”

Give WMU credit, though. The Broncos played well and were up for the fight. Dwayne Stephens’ team has a lot of familiar traits. MSU struggled against its mirror image defensively. If WMU plays with that focus, consistency and punch offensively the rest of the season, the Broncos will do well in the MAC.

If MSU plays like this Friday night, the Spartans will lose at Ohio State.

And if this is the worst of an 11-2 start, it’s probably no big deal. There are a dozen other games — and a bunch in a row beginning with the finale in Maui — that suggest you can trust this MSU team night in and night out.

Jaden Akins saved them early Monday. They’re depth saved them late.

Maybe this team is just ready for something besides nonleague play against mid-majors, mostly in front of home crowds.

They’ll get their wish. Nothing but Big Ten play from now until the middle of March.

This MSU team earned the buzz it created with its start to the season. Monday was the first time the Spartans didn’t live up to it.

“I’m looking for us to be different,” Izzo said. “That’s our battle cry: Be different.”

2. Akins’ scoring kept things from getting too dicey

Being a go-to scorer is partly about coming up with big buckets at big moments in big games. It’s also sometimes about producing points in volume on days like Monday, when things are otherwise a little off.

Jaden Akins did that for the Spartans against WMU. While little else clicked, he was a bucket-getter in the first half, with 11 points before the break, providing consistent offense. He finished with 18 points on 6-of-13 shooting in 24 minutes. Nothing flashy, but needed.

There were other good performances — Tre Holloman’s three 3s and six assists, Jase Richardson’s nine points on four shots, Coen Carr’s second half, Carson Cooper’s career-high 13 points and six rebounds. But Akins was a consistent threat on offense on a day MSU needed it, especially early.

That’s 17 or more points for Akins in three of his last four games, with 13 in the other. Like with most of this team, we’ll have to see what Akins does game to game in the Big Ten. But there’s increasing evidence he’s going to provide leading-scorer-type offense consistently.

3. Jase Richardson with a game that deserves further mention

On a day when MSU wasn’t all that efficient, Jase Richardson couldn’t have been more efficient. It’s not just that he made all four shots he attempted. It’s that they weren’t easy shots — off the dribble, step backs, while drawing contact, all inside the arc. When Richardson puts up a shot, you just sort of assume it’s going in.

The question now is can MSU get this sort of efficiency and increase his volume. He’s MSU’s smoothest offensive player and has yet to take more than eight shots in a single game this year. Monday, in 24 minutes, his plus-minus was a whopping plus-27, when no one else other than Coen Carr was better than plus-13.

One of the reasons to think this MSU team might have something special in it is the notion that Richardson is just getting started.

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1. Strong defense leads the way: The Spartans held the Broncos to just 57 points, showcasing their defensive prowess and ability to shut down opponents when it matters most.
2. Balanced scoring attack: Five players scored in double figures for MSU, including standout performances from Aaron Henry and Gabe Brown. This balanced scoring distribution makes the team a tough matchup for any opponent.
3. Closing out games: After struggling to close out games in the past, the Spartans showed their ability to pull away from Western Michigan in the second half and secure a comfortable victory. This newfound ability to finish strong bodes well for their upcoming matchups in conference play.
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December 30, 2024
How to watch Michigan State vs. Western Michigan – NCAA men’s basketball (12/30/24) | Channel, stream, preview
Michigan State will close out non-conference play against a familiar face.

After a nine-day break, the No. 18 Spartans (10-2, 2-0 Big Ten) host Western Michigan (3-8, 0-0 MAC) on Monday (3 p.m., BTN) at the Breslin Center. The Broncos are in their third season under coach Dwayne Stephens, who played for the Spartans and spent nearly two decades on Tom Izzo’s staff in East Lansing.

“I’ve got all the faith in him,” Izzo said of Stephens, who will face the Spartans for the first time as a head coach. “I hope he wins a lot of games, just not the one on Monday.”
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Michigan State is riding a five-game winning streak and has been off since an 86-69 victory against Florida Atlantic on Dec. 21. The Spartans continue to feature a balanced lineup with guard Jaden Akins (13.3) the only one averaging double digits in scoring. Seven others are at 6.8 or better with 10 players logging at least 13 minutes per game.

Western Michigan has dropped four in a row, including a 76-73 heartbreaker at home to Valparaiso in its last outing on Dec. 20. The Broncos led by 22 points with less than seven minutes remaining in the second half before falling on a buzzer-beating 3-pointer from halfcourt. Guard Chansey Willis leads the team in scoring (17.0) after missing the first eight games of the season while others have been sidelined as well.

“They’ve got a couple guys that can really fill it up,” Izzo said. “They’ve got size – they’ve got big size – and I’d say DJ knows their system pretty good. … He’s had a rash of injuries. That’s been the No. 1 thing that’s been a problem.”

Michigan State owns a 28-11 advantage in the all-time series against Western Michigan and has won eight straight dating back to 1982. The Spartans rolled to a 90-46 victory against the Broncos in their last meeting in November 2021.

Following Monday’s game, Michigan State will return to Big Ten play at Ohio State on Friday.

NCAA MEN’S BASKETBALL

No. 18 Michigan State (10-2, 2-0 Big Ten) vs. Western Michigan (3-8, 0-0 MAC)

When: 3 p.m., Monday

Where: Breslin Center in East Lansing

Channel: BTN

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Are you ready to watch the exciting matchup between Michigan State and Western Michigan in NCAA men’s basketball? Here’s everything you need to know to catch all the action on December 30th, 2024.

Channel:
The game will be broadcast on ESPN, so tune in to this channel to watch the game live.

Stream:
If you prefer to stream the game online, you can watch it on the ESPN website or app. Just log in with your cable provider information to access the live stream.

Preview:
Michigan State is coming off a strong season and will be looking to continue their winning ways against Western Michigan. With a talented roster and a skilled coaching staff, the Spartans are expected to put up a tough fight.

On the other hand, Western Michigan will be looking to pull off an upset and showcase their potential against a top-ranked team like Michigan State. With a mix of experienced players and promising newcomers, the Broncos will be a team to watch in this matchup.

Don’t miss out on this exciting game between Michigan State and Western Michigan. Tune in to ESPN or stream it online to catch all the action on December 30th, 2024.

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December 30, 2024
No. 18/18 Michigan States Closes Out Non-Conference Play on Monday, Hosting Western Michigan
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East Lansing, Mich. – Michigan State’s men’s basketball team plays its final game of the 2024 calendar year on Monday, Dec. 30, hosting in-state rival Western Michigan at the Breslin Center at 3 p.m.

The game will air live on BTN, with Jason Ross Jr. and Stephen Bardo calling all of the action. The Spartan Media Network radio call can be heard state-wide and on the web at MSUSpartans.com, with Will Tieman handling the play-by-play and Matt Steigenga serving as the color analyst, and Zach Surdenik is the studio host. The game can also be heard on channel 380 on SiriusXM and on the SiriusXM app.

About the Spartans
- Michigan State enters Monday’s game with a 10-2 overall record (2-0 B1G).
- The Spartans are ranked No. 23 in the NCAA Net Rankings, No. 15 per KenPom.com and No. 21 in the ESPN BPI.
- MSU is coming off an 86-69 win over Florida Atlantic on Saturday, Dec. 21, with sophomore forward Coen Carr leading four players in scoring with a career-high 17 points and eight rebounds.
- After playing 10 games over the first 33 days of the 2024-25 season, Monday’s game at home is just the third in the last 23 days for the Spartans.
- Including a summer trip to Spain in August, an exhibition game at Northern Michigan (Head Coach Tom Izzo‘s alma mater) on Oct. 13 and trips to Atlanta (Champions Classic, Hawaii (Maui Invitational) and Minnesota (Big Ten opener), the Spartans have logged more than 11,500 miles of travel in the last five-plus months.
- The Spartans, winners of five-straight and eight of its last nine games, have just one player (Jaden Akins) scoring in double figures, with two averaging at least 9.0 ppg, four at least 8.0 ppg and five scoring at least 4.0 ppg.
- MSU has relied on its depth, with six players averaging at least 20.0 minutes per game and seven averaging at least 19.7 minutes.
- Akins leads the team with 13.3 ppg and is second with 4.4 rpg, while freshman guard Jase Richardson is averaging 9.9 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.0 assists and senior forward Frankie Fidler is third with 9.5 points, while connecting on a team-best 90.9 percent of is his free throws (50-of-55).
- Junior forward Jaxon Kohler, who has four double-doubles this year, is scoring 8.7 ppg and leads the team with 8.8 rebounds per game, 6th in the Big Ten.
- Redshirt freshman guard Jeremy Fears Jr. is averaging 7.8 points and a team-leading 5.9 assists per game, which ranks 4th in the Big Ten, while junior Tre Holloman adds 7.3 points and 3.8 assists (11th in B1G).
- MSU is averaging 23.6 FT attempts per game (No. 41 in the country) after going to the line 17.2 times per game in 2023-24 and the Spartans rank No. 11 in the country in free throw percentage (80.6%) and No. 14 in free throws made per game (19.0).
- MSU also ranks No. 5 in the country in rebound margin (+12.2), No. 10 in defensive rebounds per game (29.6/g) and No. 12 in rebounds per game (42.42).
About the Broncos
- Western Michigan enters the game on Monday with a 3-8 overall record and is coming off a 76-73 loss at home to Valparaiso on Dec. 20.
- The Broncos have lost their last four games, including a close 77-69 decision at Dayton on Dec. 3.
- Western Michigan has four players scoring in double figures, led by junior guard Chansey Willis Jr., a Detroit native who transferred from Henry Ford College, and has played three games this season, leading the team with 17.0 points per game, while adding 5.7 rebounds and 5.7 assists.
- Junior forward Markhi Strickland is second on the team with 12.5 points, senior forward Owen Lobsinger is third with 11.4 ppg and a team-best 7.0 rebounds, while junior guard JaVaughn Hannah is averaging 11.2 points per game.
A Sort of Homecoming
- The game against Western Michigan is a return for current Broncos Head Coach Dwayne Stephens, in his third year at the helm of the program in Kalamazoo.
- Stephens played at Michigan State from 1989-93, was an honorable mention All-Big Ten selection as a junior and was the team’s co-captain in 1992-93, averaging 9.1 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.5 assists.
- He returned to MSU and spent 19 years as an assistant coach to Tom Izzo … During his time on the Spartan sideline, MSU won six Big Ten Championships, four Big Ten Tournament titles and advanced to five Final Fours.
- WMU Associate Head Coach Chris Fowler and assistant coach Manny Dosanjh both spent time at Michigan State as graduate assistants.
Series History
- Michigan State and Western Michigan meet for the 40th time on Monday, Dec. 30.
- The Spartans lead the head-to-head series, 28-11, including a 22-7 record at home.
- MSU, winners of the last eight meetings between the teams, won the last game played, 90-46, on Nov. 12, 2021 at the Breslin Center.
- The last win for Western Michigan in the series was an 83-79 decision on Nov. 28, 1981 at Michigan State’s Jenison Fieldhouse.
The No. 18/18 Michigan State Spartans are gearing up to close out their non-conference play on Monday as they host the Western Michigan Broncos.

The Spartans have been dominant so far this season, boasting an impressive record and showing their strength on both ends of the court. Led by a talented roster of players, Michigan State is looking to continue their winning ways as they prepare to take on Western Michigan.

This game will be a crucial test for the Spartans as they look to fine-tune their game before heading into conference play. Western Michigan will provide a tough challenge, but Michigan State is ready to showcase their skills and come out on top.

Fans can expect an exciting matchup between these two teams as they battle it out on the court. Be sure to tune in on Monday to see the No. 18/18 Michigan State Spartans in action as they aim to close out their non-conference play with a win. Go Spartans! #MichiganState #SpartansBasketball #CollegeHoops

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December 30, 2024

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