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Medlock paced Link Academy with a team-high 18 points, showing his scoring range and playmaking.
Taylor fought foul trouble but anchored the defense with his length and shot alteration at the rim.
Link Academy improved to 9–0 on the season with a decisive 75–53 victory.
scouts praised Medlock as undersized yet extremely crafty with the ball and strong defender.
Taylor is ranked No. 28 in the Class of 2026 and regarded as a premier rim protector by scouts.
Izzo and MSU fans have reasons to be optimistic about Medlock and Taylor joining East Lansing.
Link Academy dominated early in the game, setting the tone with strong ball movement and defense.
ESPN analyst Adam Finkelstein provided praise for Medlock's handling and ball control.
The game showcased potential contributors for Michigan State as the signees prepare for East Lansing.

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Izzo secures a contract boost and elevated status as the ‘ultimate Spartan,’ signaling MSU’s commitment to sustained championship potential.
MSU is now widely viewed as a marquee program in the Big Ten, with Izzo’s leadership cited as a driver of sustained success.
Izzo’s squad is described as one of the most well-rounded teams he has fielded in recent years, underscoring depth and versatility.
MSU’s winning start and current momentum are highlighted by strong early wins that elevated the program in national rankings.
Freshmen contributions, like Jordan Scott and Cam Ward, bolster MSU’s depth and bench reliability.
Through transfer portal activity, Izzo added Divine Ugochukwu, Trey Fort, and Kaleb Glen to shore up the roster while maintaining his stance on transfers.
Izzo’s program is framed as balancing transfer portal limitations with effective retention, a notable strategic approach this season.
Izzo’s contract boost aligns with broader MSU intentions to sustain championship-level performance and national relevance.
Izzo’s Big Ten legacy remains central, with his record and Hall of Fame status underpinning the program’s credibility.
MSU continues to chase championships with energized leadership, signaling confidence in sustained success under Izzo.

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Michigan State announced a $1 million raise for Tom Izzo, lifting his salary to about $7.2 million and making him the Big Ten's highest-paid coach.
The raise was approved by Michigan State’s board of trustees as recognition of Izzo’s Hall of Fame legacy.
Izzo, 70, is in his 31st season with the Spartans and has guided MSU to eight Final Fours and the 2000 national title.
MSU’s president Kevin Guskiewicz praised Izzo for upholding values, developing champions, and building a premier program.
The comparison note highlights Bill Self at Kansas, who has a lifetime contract with a salary over $10 million.
Izzo has led MSU to 27 consecutive NCAA tournament appearances since his first two seasons.
The university described Izzo's role as a builder of one of college basketball's premier programs.
Izzo’s status as a long-tenured MSU coach frames the context for the raise as part of ongoing program success.
The report notes Izzo's legacy includes eight Final Four appearances and a national title in 2000.

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Izzo earns a $1 million raise in a 5-year deal, making him the Big Ten's highest-paid coach at about $7.2 million annually.
MSU framed the raise as recognition of Izzo's Hall of Fame legacy and a sign of long-term commitment to sustained success.
Izzo is in his 31st season, with eight Final Four appearances and the 2000 national title cited to justify leadership and program stability.

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