Michigan State Fans Weigh In on Spartans' Transfer Portal Plans

Survey results show most fans expect Tom Izzo to land a starting center in the portal.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 3:37pm

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A recent survey of Michigan State basketball fans revealed that the majority believe head coach Tom Izzo will find a transfer player who will become a starter on next year's team, likely a center to fill a key need. The survey also showed that 65% of fans watched the recent National Championship game, with 46% watching it all the way through.

Why it matters

As one of the top programs in college basketball, Michigan State's roster moves in the transfer portal are closely watched by fans and media alike. The survey results provide insight into fan sentiment and expectations around the team's offseason plans.

The details

The survey, conducted by TOC Nation, asked fans two questions. The first question found that over 50% of voters believe Izzo will land a transfer player who will become a starter, presumably a center to address a need in the frontcourt. The second question revealed that 65% of fans tuned in to watch the recent National Championship game, with 46% watching it all the way through to the end.

  • The survey was conducted this past week.
  • The National Championship game was played on Monday.

The players

Tom Izzo

The head coach of the Michigan State Spartans men's basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“If you have any survey questions you would like to have answered by the community, please mention it in the comments.”

— Oren "O" Basse, Author

What’s next

As is the tradition, the sports books have already begun setting odds for next year's champion. Currently, FanDuel has MSU with the fourth best odds of tearing down the nets in Detroit, host of next year's Final Four. So prepare for your way-too-early prediction of MSU's 2026-27 season.

The takeaway

Michigan State fans are eagerly anticipating the team's offseason moves in the transfer portal, with the majority expecting Izzo to land a starting-caliber center. The survey also revealed strong fan engagement around the recent National Championship game, despite MSU not being a participant.