“We battled tooth and nail — no nights off.” No nights off, no sleep now. The Wolverines are fully awakened and emboldened. The Spartans have a similar look, on a familiar mission.

The Spartans play No. 6 Ole Miss at 7:09 p.m. ET, while the Wolverines take on No. 1 Auburn at 9:39 p.m. REQUIRED READING: Have Michigan and Michigan State basketball ever played in March Madness?