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Cassius Winston picks MSU, vaulting Spartans to No. 1 class

Detroit — Cassius Winston decided to stay close to home, and as a result, Michigan State is putting together a recruiting class that could end up being one of Tom Izzo's best while positioning itself as a national contender once again.

Winston, the 6-foot-1, 185-pound point guard from U-D Jesuit, made it official at a school pep rally on Friday, putting on a customized Michigan State hat complete with his nickname and number on the side that read, "Caz 5."

"It's been a great experience and one of my dreams (has) come true," Winston said, "to be able to play at the next level and play at a very high level.