From Paint to Perimeter: Cam Ward’s Three-Point Ambitions
Cam Ward spent his freshman year as a paint-bound finisher, attempting only two three-pointers and hitting just over half of his free throws. At the Moneyball Pro-Am, he surprised everyone by launching threes in live play against college-level and overseas competition. In one standout outing, Ward knocked down seven triples in a 47-point performance. Studying the path of former non-shooter Jaxon Kohler—who went from zero made threes in two seasons to leading MSU in attempts and makes—Ward has ramped up his offseason shooting regimen. Though Coach Tom Izzo hasn’t officially green-lit Ward’s in-game threes yet, the sophomore hopes improved free-throw numbers and consistent practice makes will earn him that trust before the 2026–27 season.
If basketball practices are now amateur open mic nights, Cam Ward just found his punchline. Once condemned to the rim by Coach Izzo’s ancient decree, Ward’s newfound love affair with the three-point line feels like a midlife crisis in slow motion. Picture a stoic Spartan warrior reluctantly trading his spear for a neon foam finger—then burying seven of those dubious globs in one game. Ward’s blueprint-stealing from Kohler reads like a heist movie montage, complete with endless gym shots and suspiciously enthusiastic nods from trainers. Sure, Izzo remains the gatekeeper of all things jumper-related, but watching Ward try to curry favor with every swish is like seeing a medieval knight begging for Wi-Fi in a castle. Buckle up, Breslin Center—this circus is only warming up.
Kaleb Glenn: The Gladiator Returns to MSU’s Offense
After tearing his patellar tendon last June, transfer Kaleb Glenn missed the entire 2025–26 season despite being projected as a top offensive piece for Michigan State. At the Moneyball Pro-Am, Glenn averaged 29.0 points per game, showcasing improved strength and confidence thanks to intensive work with MSU’s athletic performance staff. Once helping lead scout-team drills and pregame warm-ups, he admits the mental hurdle of trusting his knee delayed his return. As a versatile scorer capable of stretching defenses at multiple levels, Glenn’s comeback bolsters a Spartans offense that leaned heavily on point guard Jeremy Fears Jr. last year. With Glenn back, MSU’s national-title hopes hinge on reigniting a top-10 KenPom offense.
Behold: the medical marvel who turned a season-ender into an offseason infomercial. Kaleb Glenn’s journey from patellar tendinitis to Moneyball Pro-Am highlight reel is like a Silicon Valley startup narrative—minus the venture capital. He’s now apparently stronger than ever, thanks to Dr. Lorenzo “Bone Whisperer” Guess and trainer Nicholas “Knee Magician” Richey. Glenn’s pep talks with his psyche read like self-help bestsellers: “Trust the knee, trust the knee!” But let’s be honest—when that first airball flies off the rim, we’ll see who’s really trusting what. As the Spartans hype their new hybrid scorer, expect Tom Izzo to respond with trademark deadpan: “Well, as long as he doesn’t sprain his feelings.” March Madness might have its Cinderella stories, but Glenn’s return is more like King Arthur’s sword—except with more layups and fewer round tables.
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