Izzo Opens Spartans Preseason With a New Frontcourt

Tom Izzo and Michigan State basketball open the exhibition season Friday night against the Incarnate Word Cardinals, the first of three preseason games and the night the IZZONE campout takes over Munn Field.

What To Expect: New Frontcourt Starters

With Carson Cooper signing a two-way contract with the Memphis Grizzlies, and Jaxon Kohler using his newfound fifth year to play for BYU, the Spartans will bring out a new starting frontcourt. Charlotte 49ers transfer Anton Bonke is expected to take over as starting center and looks to stretch the floor; he shot 34.2% from three on 1.1 attempts per game last season.