Michigan State will play Tennessee on Oct. 29, with all proceeds going to the Hawai'i Community Foundation Maui Strong Fund.
will meet in an exhibition basketball game to raise money for relief efforts in the aftermath of the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century.
Michigan State announced Wednesday that it will play the Volunteers on Oct. 29 at the Breslin Center and all proceeds will be given to the Hawai'i Community Foundation Maui Strong Fund.was devastated by a wildfire, leaving more than 100 dead and an unknown number of people missing. Michigan State has played in the Maui Invitational five times and is scheduled to return to the tournament in 2024."The Maui Invitational and the city of Lahaina have always held a special place in my heart," Michigan State coach Tom Izzo said."The images we’ve all seen and the stories we’ve heard following the wildfires have touched so many of us in the college basketball world and I know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of those who have been affected.
Tennessee hosted Michigan State in a scrimmage last year and the programs previously planned to face off again this year. Recently, both coaches agreed to allow the public to watch them play in a charity game. "While we certainly need to continue to pray for the families in Maui who have been impacted, this benefit game will enable us to offer tangible support toward the restoration of Maui and its beautiful spirit," Vols coach Rick Barnes said.Follow your favorites to personalize your FOX Sports experience
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