Michigan State's fastbreak 'lethal'; Izzo worries about it breaking down

Lansing State Journal columnist Graham Couch and Freep beat writer Chris Solari break down MSU's 69-55 win over Maryland Graham Couch and Chris Solari, Lansing State Journal

EAST LANSING — Michigan State basketball’s transition game continues to produce at levels Tom Izzo called “lethal.”

Yes, the Hall of Fame coach also admits his Spartans are beginning to feel the physical effects of pushing the ball at a breakneck pace. But when No. 6 MSU gets out and runs at its best, it can consistently punish an opponent.

Like it did to No. 13 Maryland on Monday night.

The Spartans, despite off nights from Nick Ward and Cassius Winston, outscored the Terrapins, 29-9, in transition and got contributions…