Tyson Walker and Joey Hauser are the MVPs of this team, without a doubt. Akins and Hall and Sissoko are filling their roles well. All of this is true. But I believe that when it comes down to it, this MSU team will rise and fall with AJ Hoggard. That's why his response to getting his pocket picked on the first play of the game was so important. My article:
Spartans Illustrated - The maturation of A.J. Hoggard
The Michigan State point guard plays a key role in the Spartans' current NCAA Tournament run.
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