The 2026 Moneyball Pro‑Am concluded with a nail‑biting final as Team Faygo edged out the competition 92‑89, a victory that hinged on the late heroics of guard Jasiah Jervis, who knocked down nine three‑pointers and sealed the win with a clutch shot in the closing seconds.
Among the standout performances, Cam Ward posted a league‑best average of 28.4 points per game, while Carlos Medlock Jr. topped the roster with 36.2 points per contest. Their backcourt duo combined with Jeremy Fears Jr., whose playmaking set up several lobs to the newly arrived 7‑foot‑2 center Anton Bonke, who contributed 10.6 points and 8.3 rebounds in his debut season at Michigan State.
The game also underscored the transition for the Spartans’ frontcourt, as the departure of Carson Cooper and Jaxon Kohler to graduation opened pathways for fresh talent. Freshman Ethan Taylor, another 7‑foot‑2 prospect praised for his dunking prowess, and versatile wing Kaleb Glenn showed marked development, while Jordan Scott and Kur Teng added depth with their shooting and defensive skills.
Coach Coen Carr, focusing on expanding his all‑around game, emphasized improved shooting, ball‑handling and defensive versatility, noting that his shot‑blocking and on‑ball pressure would be pivotal. The team’s chemistry, highlighted by the connection between Fears and Bonke, suggests a promising outlook as the Spartans aim to contend for March Madness.
A New Era for Michigan State Basketball
The Moneyball Pro‑Am not only showcased individual talent but also reinforced the program’s strategic evolution, blending experienced returnees with impactful newcomers. As the roster coalesces, the Spartans look to translate these summer experiments into a competitive season ahead.