Michigan State's Tom Izzo loves the challenge of opening the season with a tough national tournament. Why it's an honor and a privilege to kick off the season at Madison Square Garden. What's his current assessment of the Spartans? Why transfers make this season interesting. The deeeeeep Big Ten. Another star wing in the making? Why he was encouraged by the end of last season. And how much difference does a year make? Plus, the season tips off this week! Games to watch and UCLA brings back all 5 of their starters, are they the team to watch this year?