Linking Laconically loves stability

Without spending much time discussing the ... changes going on in Ann Arbor, it was difficult today to remember what it felt like to be going through a coaching search in a major sport. Mark Dantonio was hired eight years ago, and Tom Izzo took over the basketball program before I could even appreciate a strong box out and solid outlet pass. Not to mention Mark Hollis, who's been athletic director since 2008. That's a lot of stability, and it's definitely something that should be appreciated today.

MSU's Lippett, Drummond recognized as Big Ten's best | Detroit News | detroitnews.com

Definitely some snubs (Marcus Rush?), but it's good to see Tony and Kurtis get some love.

Michigan State forward Branden Dawson getting back to normal after flu bug | MLive | mlive.com

He won't make excuses, but I will. He looked sick. Those layups, though...

Izzo sees a lot of pluses so far for Michigan State | Detroit News | detroitnews.com

Alvin Ellis practicing yesterday is definitely a plus.

MSU's Ellis expects to return vs. Notre Dame | Lansing State Journal | lansingstatejournal.com

More on Ellis and Bess.