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Michigan State expects to see more zone defense like Oakland used

Michigan State coach Tom Izzo, later joined by Oakland coach Greg Kampe, answers questions after MSU's 86-73 win over Oakland on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017, at Little Caesars Arena. Video by Chris Solari/DFP (Warning: NSFW language new the end.)

A good coach will borrow and steal others’ ideas.

Or in Greg Kampe’s case, a jokingly “brilliant coaching move” can be borne solely out of necessity.

During No. 2 Michigan State’s 86-73 win Saturday, Oakland starters Martez Walker and Isaiah Brock each had three fouls, and Jalen Hayes had two with 8:48 to play in the first half.