Michigan State’s Tom Izzo followed one of the most disappointing losses of his coaching career with a record-setting victory. The No. 11 Spartans came from behind

Michigan State’s Tom Izzo followed one of the most disappointing losses of his coaching career with a record-setting victory. The No. 11 Spartans came from behind to beat Illinois 79-65 on Saturday night for Izzo’s 354th career Big Ten victory,

Michigan State head basketball coach Tom Izzo passes legendary coach Bob Knight as the winningest coach in Big Ten conference wins.

No. 11 Michigan State earned a huge win over the Illinois Fighting Illini, clinching Spartans coach Tom Izzo the record for Big Ten conference wins. Izzo has broken many records over his 30-year tenure but still has more to chase.

From Tom Izzo securing the most Big Ten conference wins in league history to standout performances in gymnastics, baseball, and tennis, the Spartans showcased their resilience and depth.

Tom Izzo broke Bob Knight's record for Big Ten wins in Michigan State's rally past Illinois. Celebrate with a poster from the Detroit Free Press and Lansing State Journal.

With the Spartans' 79-65 win over Illinois, Izzo recorded the 354th Big Ten victory of his career. He now has the most all-time and surpassed Basketball Hall of Fame coach Bob Kni

Tom Izzo got Big Ten win No. 354 on Saturday at Illinois, pushing him one past the late Bob Knight for the record. The No. 11 Spartans (20-5, 11-3 Big Ten) forced 19 straight misses to close the game and got a surprise 23 points from big man Jaxon Kohler to roll 79-65 and make up for the disappointment of Tuesday’s home upset loss to Indiana — Knight’s old school ruining the anticipated celebration.

Wisconsin, which has won six of seven, is the latest tough out for Michigan State. Although the Badgers endured a three-game skid in December for a rough start to conference play, the three losses since the calendar flipped over under veteran coach Greg Gard match the Spartans in the new year.

MSU basketball's Tom Izzo reacts to passing Bob Knight's Big Ten wins record after logging his 354th conference win on Saturday night.

Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo earned his 354th Big Ten win on Saturday, surpassing Bob Knight for the most in conference history. The milestone win came against Illinois, pushing the Spartans closer to the top of the Big Ten standings.