Michigan State forward Malik Hall returning for fifth season

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan Stateforward Malik Hall announced Tuesday on social media he’s returningfor a fifth season.

Hall is the second Michigan State senior to return for a fifthyear, making his announcement a day after standout guard TysonWalker said he’s also taking advantage of the extra year granted toplayers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The return of the two starters provides experience to a Spartansroster that is primed to add two McDonald’s All-America selectionsin center Xavier Booker and guard Jeremy Fears Jr.

The two are part of a highly rated recruiting class for theSpartans.

Michigan State lost sophomore guard Pierre Brooks II in thetransfer portal. He announced he intends to play next season atButler.