Tom Izzo reflects after reaching 17th Sweet Sixteen

Tom Izzo said the Sweet Sixteen still matters after Michigan State's 77-69 win over Louisville that sent him to his 17th Sweet Sixteen, and he praised Coen Carr's double-double and Jeremy Fears Jr.'s 16 assists.

Tom Izzo reached the NCAA Sweet Sixteen again after Michigan State's 77-69 win over Louisville in Buffalo. This is the 17th Sweet Sixteen appearance of his head-coaching career. Izzo said the Sweet Sixteen still matters and described it as "sweet," noting that winning two games in the tournament is tougher now. Notable details: - Michigan State defeated Louisville 77-69 to advance to the Sweet Sixteen. - This is Tom Izzo's 17th Sweet Sixteen appearance as a head coach. - Coen Carr recorded his first career double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds, and Izzo praised his rebounding and defense. - Jeremy Fears Jr. had 16 assists, the most in an NCAA Tournament game in Michigan State history, and called MSU "Point Guard University." - Trey Fort scored 12 points off the bench and played 19 minutes, the most he has seen since late November. Summary: The win highlighted contributions from starters and bench players and underscored Izzo's continued presence in the NCAA tournament. Undetermined at this time.