Michigan State’s Coach Izzo is a passionate leader who looks for fire in his players as a sign of their true commitment. Along comes Cassius Winston, star Spartans point guard who simmers with a much quieter intensity. When Cassius’s younger brother died in November, Izzo had to balance supporting – and pushing – his young star. Here’s his parents’ story of raising the strong, steady young Cassius through a happy childhood -- and suddenly having to find a way to hold it all together when their close-knit family was shaken to its core

<p>Michigan State’s Coach Izzo is a passionate leader who looks for fire in his players as a sign of their true commitment. Along comes Cassius Winston, star Spartans point guard who simmers with a much quieter intensity. When Cassius’s younger brother died in November, Izzo had to balance supporting – and pushing – his young star. Here’s his parents’ story of raising the strong, steady young Cassius through a happy childhood -- and suddenly having to find a way to hold it all together when their close-knit family was shaken to its core</p>

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<p>Discover the behind-the-scenes journey of raising fame on TV One's new podcast, "Raising Fame," hosted by Lucille O’Neal and Sonya Curry, mothers of two NBA superstars. Join us as we delve into the lives of celebrities like Usher, John Legend, Magic Johnson, and Fantasia, alongside their parents, who share exclusive insights into their rise to stardom, with commentary that is not available in the television show. Don't miss out on this intimate perspective from the families who shaped their growth.</p>

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