Michigan State hosts Valparaiso to begin season

Valparaiso Beacons at Michigan State Spartans

East Lansing, Michigan; Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: Michigan State starts the season at home against Valparaiso.

Michigan State went 23-9 overall with an 11-4 record at home during the 2025-26 season. The Spartans gave up 66.1 points per game while committing 16.2 fouls last season.

Valparaiso finished 0-21 in MVC play and 0-16 on the road a season ago. The Beacons shot 32.8% from the field and 25.0% from 3-point range last season.

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