Don't forget to like and subscribe to @bigeastenergynetwork And check out our website, bigenergymediapods.com Tonight’s preseason matchup between the UConn Huskies (ranked #5) and the Michigan State Spartans (KenPom #25 / EvanMiya #22) isn’t about the fastest pace—it’s a calculated war of structure. UConn ranked 353rd in tempo last season, MSU came in at 231. Expect half-court sets, position battles, and big decisions in the paint. In this episode, I’m joined by Andrew Talks Hoops of Spartans Illustrated to peel back the layers: • ✅ What Michigan State’s identity looks like this year • 🔍 Player matchups to watch: Coen Carr, Jeremy Fears Jr. • 🏥 UConn’s rotation changes: missing Tarris Reed (hamstring), Braylon Mullins (ankle), but the return of Silas Demary Jr • 🎯 Why tonight is a measuring stick for both programs Subscribe + tap the bell so you don’t miss future Big East / Big Ten previews, NIL deep-dives, and recruiting discussions. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro & context 2:15 MSU identity & tempo breakdown 5:30 Player spotlights & key matchups 10:00 UConn injury update & rotation impact 14:20 Final takeaways & what to watch #UConnHuskies, #MSU, #CollegeBasketball, #BigEast, #BigTen, #NIL, #RecruitingInsights Connect with us: on X: @markzanettocbb, @thehoopscap @bigeastenergy Instagram: @BigEast_Energy 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6451210116530176 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices