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Michigan-Michigan State

"In-State Rivalry"

Michigan State

Michigan State

Big Ten Conference

VS
257 games
Michigan

Michigan

Big Ten

Michigan leads 133-124

Overview

Michigan basketball rivalry between in-state universities.

Started 1927. Big Ten tradition.

Impact & Significance

Big Ten standing implications

Notable Moments

  • Tom Izzo Michigan State dynasty
  • Fab Five Michigan era
  • NCAA tournament battles
  • Big Ten championship implications
  • Intense rivalry games

Legendary Players

Magic Johnson, Jalen Rose, Mateen Cleaves

Traditions & Culture

Big Ten tradition, rivalry games

Recruiting Impact

Michigan talent competition

Quick Facts

First Game

1927

Total Games

257

Series Lead

Michigan leads 133-124

All-Time Records

Michigan: 133 wins, Michigan State: 124 wins

Conference

Big Ten

Related Topics

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