Game thread: Michigan State beats Youngstown St., 77-57

7 p.m., ESPNU, WJR-AM (760): Spartans take on Horizon League opponent in their 'get well' stretch of home games

(Photo: Raj Mehta USA TODAY Sports)Michigan State Spartans (5-4) vs. Youngstown State Penguins (5-4)

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Breslin Center.

TV: ESPNU.

Radio: WJR-AM (760; other radio affiliates).

Game notes: Truly an interesting time for MSU basketball as Tom Izzo tries to mold this year's roster, devoid of a lot of size and their freshman phenom Miles Bridges, into a team that peaks in March. The Spartans, who topped Oral Roberts, 80-76, on Saturday, were criticized by Izzo for their energy and decision-making down the stretch. Youngstown State features Cameron Morse, the Flint native…