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Tom Izzo “Disappointed” in Ohio State Crowd, Says Arena “Should Be Rocking and Packed”

Tom Izzo was unimpressed by Ohio State's crowd.

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo wasn't just critical of his team following Ohio State's 80-69 blowout win over the Spartans on Thursday night – he also took some shots at the Buckeyes' gameday atmosphere.

"The way they were playing, this place should be rocking and packed.”

In his postgame press conference, Izzo said he was "disappointed" with Ohio State's attendance for Thursday night's game, saying he expected a more hostile environment.

"The way they were playing, this place should be rocking and packed," Izzo said after the game.