Tom Izzo passed Bob Knight for the Big Ten career wins record Saturday, reflecting on the many people who've helped him achieve history.

Michigan State picked up where it left off to start the second half by putting together a quick 7-1 run for its first lead of the game. Jeremy Fears got through the rim for a layup, Richardson had a breakaway dunk and Kohler knocked down his third triple of the game.

Jaxson Kohler had 23 points and 10 rebounds, Tre Holloman scored 14 points and No. 11 Michigan State rallied to beat Illinois 79-65 and giving the Spartans’ Tom Izzo the most conference wins in Big Te