Michigan holds moment of silence, plays Michigan State alma mater before game

It’s an emotional night at the Crisler Center. Michigan State has returned to the basketball court after the tragic shooting on the MSU campus.

Michigan and Michigan State are long-time rivals, especially in basketball, but U-M made sure to honor the “Spartan strong” spirit in multiple shows of solidarity.

Before tipoff, the Crisler Center was lit MSU green as there was a moment of silence for the shooting victims. Michigan’s pep band then played the MSU alma mater.

A moment of silence and Michigan Pep Band’s performance of Michigan State’s Alma Mater in Ann Arbor 💚@MSU_Basketball | @umichbball pic.twitter.com/NHfWWHasOU

— FOX College Hoops (@CBBonFOX) February 19, 2023

Michigan students were given a special shirt and held signs in support of their peers at MSU.

Michigan fans show support for Michigan State 💚 pic.twitter.com/mYyIl9vCfr

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As far as the actual game, it’s 26-23 at the 7:34 mark of the first half. The game is airing on FOX.

Spartan Strong 💚@MSU_Basketball | @umichbball pic.twitter.com/MUrlv1uv8q

— FOX College Hoops (@CBBonFOX) February 19, 2023

Andrew Olson

A former Florida beat reporter, Andrew writes for the Saturday Tradition News Desk.