Michigan State basketball is widely regarded for its formidable home-court advantage, with fans often noting that the Spartans tend to start slowly during the first halves of games. This trend was evident in their recent match against Michigan, where they managed to rally in the second half, ultimately overpowering their opponents.
Adding a twist to the conversation, former Iowa standout Luka Garza recently shared a fascinating conspiracy theory on the “White Noise Podcast” with Derrick White. Garza, who had intense matchups with the Spartans during his college career, suggested that Michigan State’s second-half prowess may stem from a peculiar quirk at the Breslin Center: allegedly, there is one rim that is significantly worse than the other. According to Garza, the Spartans often start on the less favorable side, allowing them to switch to the better rim in the second half, where they regain control of the game.
While the validity of Garza’s theory may be debatable, it does provide an intriguing explanation for Michigan State’s commonly sluggish starts. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if this hypothesis holds any water in future games.
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