DotComp: AJ Hoggard, Tom Izzo and Michigan State feel spike toward March after beating Illinois
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AJ Hoggard scored 23 points in what he called a redeeming effort, helping Michigan State beat No. 10 Illinois on Saturday. Inside, Michigan State basketball beat writer Jim Comparoni goes in-depth on Hoggard's journey through a rough week, with an optimistic eye toward March.