Lansing Sun

Michigan State's men's and women's basketball teams will commence the 2024-25 season with Michigan State Madness on Friday, October 4 at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

The annual event marks the beginning of the college basketball season for both teams.

"I'm really excited to get our season started and for Michigan State Madness," said men's basketball Head Coach Tom Izzo. "It's a new format for our programs and I think the setup will get our students engaged, and by starting a bit earlier, it will be even more family friendly. Once we're done at the Breslin Center, every Spartan fan can get home in time for the football game."

For the first time, fans can start their night with Michigan State Madness and end it watching the football team play at Oregon (9 p.m. ET).

"Michigan State Madness is one of those nights that gets you excited for the start of the season," said women's basketball Head Coach Robyn Fralick. "Going into my second season as head coach at Michigan State, I am really looking forward to this event. It will be great to see families, kids and students participating and making the Breslin Center rock. We can't wait to see everyone there!"

Doors to the Breslin Center will open at 6 p.m., with the evening program set to begin at 7 p.m. Admission is free.