The Michigan State Spartans have a storied history of basketball excellence, particularly under the tutelage of head coach Tom Izzo. Many of his past successful teams have had a plethora of talent, size, maturity and togetherness, which has fueled them to postseason success.

And Izzo's 2013-14 squad is no exception.

The Spartans are currently ranked No. 5 in the AP Poll, but they pose the greatest threat to be the last ones dancing come early April.

Their lethal combination of shooting, quickness, size, defensive prowess and experience will lead them to desired heights in the Big Dance. And, in Izzo, the Spartans also have one of the greatest leaders in college basketb...

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