Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo secured a measure of revenge against Duke as the Spartans defeated the Blue Devils in the Champions Classic on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The matchup, part of the annual early-season showcase featuring top college basketball programs, saw Izzo's squad emerge victorious in a highly anticipated contest.
Details regarding the final score and individual performances were not immediately available. The Champions Classic typically features two doubleheaders involving four elite programs, with Michigan State and Duke among the sport's most storied franchises. Izzo, a Hall of Fame coach, has led the Spartans to multiple Final Four appearances and a national championship in 2000.
