Michigan State gives Tom Izzo a game ball in honor of his late father

Top-ranked Michigan State’s players honored Tom Izzo’s father, who died earlier this week, following the Spartans’ win against Minnesota on Saturday.

After MSU’s 69-61 win against the Golden Gophers, Denzel Valentine presented the game ball to Izzo in memory of his dad, Carl.

Denzel Valentine presented Coach Izzo the game ball in memory of Izzo's father following MSU's win at Minnesota. pic.twitter.com/HkF8ZOfwA7
— Spartan Basketball (@MSU_Basketball) January 2, 2016

Carl Izzo passed away at the age of 90 on Monday.

Rest in peace, Carl.

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