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Tom Izzo answers questions on his Michigan State basketball team, Oct. 10, 2019 in East Lansing. Chris Solari, Detroit Free Press

EAST LANSING — Gabe Brown became popular among Michigan State basketball fans during his freshman season with his pregame dancing and exaggerated celebrations.

His personality and smile seemed to be key chemistry elements on a team that reached its first Final Four since 2015.

His actual role on the court was limited — the 6-foot-7 wing out of Belleville averaged 7.9 minutes and 2.