In a game of pick your poison, Izzo is hoping for a balance on defense to counteract Florida's balance on offense. And that will be the key tonight. If Haslem is doubled, he has to find the open man outside and get him the ball. He can't force shots or get caught up trying to do too much with the basketball. He also has to stay out of foul trouble.
Nobody scores from the bench.
I have to start the game out being patient. Maybe I'll make a lot of shots like I did last year, maybe I won't. The Spartans don't want to give him the chance. To be honest, he was a little bit of a surprise in the championship game. He's not a big, bully guy, but he has a great touch.