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Iowa State Basketball Star Receives High Praise Heading into NCAA Tournament

With the NCAA tournament here for the Iowa State Cyclones, this feels like it can be a special year for the program. The Cyclones have had a lot of success in the T.J.

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Subtle Offensive Change Has Iowa State Cyclones Back on Track

Since T.J. Otzelberger took over as head coach of the Iowa State Cyclones’ men’s basketball team, they have been known for their suffocating defensive performance.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 19

Iowa State Basketball Coach Sticks up for Joshua Jefferson

There are a lot of reasons why the Iowa State Cyclones went 27-7 heading into the 2026 NCAA Tournament, earning a No. 2 seed in the Midwest Region. One of the biggest reasons is the performance of forward Joshua Jefferson.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 19

Iowa State Basketball Star Receives Shockingly High Ranking Heading into Tournament

The Iowa State Cyclones will be kicking off March Madness on Friday against the Tennessee State Tigers, and expectations will be high for the program.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 19

Iowa State Basketball Star Rightfully Seen as a Top Talent in NCAA Tournament

With the start of the NCAA tournament right around the corner for the Iowa State Cyclones, expectations are high for the number two seed in the Midwest region. It has been a great year so far for the Cyclones and this is a program that has their eyes set on much more.

College Football News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 18

Iowa State Sets Visit With Wisconsin Priority Recruiting Target

The Iowa State Cyclones are working double time when it comes to recruiting for the Class of 2027. Because of when their head coaching change occurred, with Jimmy Rogers taking over for Matt Campbell, there was a massive amount of work to do with the 2026 roster.

College Basketball News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 18

Iowa State Wrongly Behind Big 12 Rival in Seed-Line Rankings

The Iowa State Cyclones have been one of the best men’s basketball teams in the country throughout the 2025-26 season, evidenced by their seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 18

Breaking Down Iowa State Basketball's March Madness History

As the Iowa State Cyclones get set for March Madness, they will be hoping that this can be one of the best in the history of the program. The 2025-26 campaign has already been a special one for the Cyclones, and this could just be the tip of the iceberg.

Iowa State Cyclones News / TheSheGotGame / March 18

Iowa State’s Audi Crooks Reacts to Her Viral ‘Lady Shaq’ Nickname

Audi Crooks’ scoring skills and the similarity of her physical stature with Shaquille O’Neal earned her the moniker, ‘Lady Shaq,’ and the 21-year-old is ardently pleased with it.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 18

This Group Will Be Key for Iowa State Basketball in March Madness

As the Iowa State Cyclones get set for their first-round matchup against the Tennessee State Tigers, the team will be hoping to accomplish some special things this year. Coming off a very good regular season and an impressive Big 12 tournament, the Cyclones are now being considered as one of the teams to beat in the NCAA tournament.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 18

This Area Could Be Potential Fatal Flaw for Iowa State Basketball in March Madness

As the Iowa State Cyclones get ready for the first round, this is a program with high expectations and a chance to do something special. Following a really strong regular season, the Cyclones are hoping to accomplish some great things this March Madness.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 18

A Final Four Run Will Change Everything for Iowa State Basketball

There are many schools considered to be some of the top programs in college basketball. The Duke Blue Devils, the North Carolina Tar Heels, the Kentucky Wildcats, the Kansas Jayhawks, and many more.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 18

Ranking Top Three Threats to Iowa State Basketball in Midwest Region

The Iowa State Cyclones are getting set for the NCAA tournament, which starts for them on Friday, and they will be hoping to win the Midwest region and make the Final Four. It has been an incredible season thus far for the Cyclones, and this is a team that is hoping to accomplish a lot more in the coming weeks.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 17

5 Things Iowa State Fans Need To Know About Tennessee State

The Iowa State Cyclones are heading into the 2026 NCAA Tournament in a great position as the No. 2 seed in the Midwest Region. With a 27-7 record entering March Madness, and based on their seeding, it is clear they are viewed as one of the best teams in the field of 68.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 17

Iowa State Basketball Predicted to Make Final Four in March Madness

The Iowa State Cyclones are getting set for their first-round matchup against the Tennessee State Tigers, with the hopes of making a lengthy run. It has

Breaking Down Iowa State as an NCAA Tournament Contender

The Iowa State Cyclones have had an unbelievable season. They sit at 27-7, 12-6 in the Big 12, the toughest conference in college basketball, and have been ranked as high as No.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 17

Iowa State Basketball Star Joshua Jefferson Named Second-Team All-American

As the Iowa State Cyclones prepare for the NCAA tournament, their star player received a great honor for what was a fantastic regular season. With March

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 17

Iowa State Basketball Has a Major Edge for NCAA Tournament

The Iowa State Cyclones have accomplished a lot during the 2025-26 men’s college basketball season, but they are not done yet. They have their sights set on a national championship as one of the true title contenders in the country.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 17

3 Players Who Will Decide Iowa State’s NCAA Tournament Run

Despite a wonky end to the regular season, where the Iowa State Cyclones struggled to remain consistent, a phenomenal conference tournament put them back on the map as a top team in college basketball.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 17

Breaking Down if Iowa State Basketball Can Win Midwest Region

With the NCAA tournament set to start for the Iowa State Cyclones on Friday, the team will be hoping for a magical run in March. It has been a very successful season for the Cyclones so far, and they have some high expectations heading into March Madness.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 16

Iowa State Basketball Moving in Right Direction of AP Poll

The Iowa State Cyclones finished the 2025-26 men’s basketball regular season with a 25-6 record, putting them at No. 7 in the AP Poll Top 25. As the No.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 16

Iowa State Basketball Predicted To Breeze Past Tennessee State in NCAA Tournament

Following a successful Big 12 tournament run in which they won a couple of games, the Iowa State Cyclones are a team heading into the NCAA tournament with some momentum. Even though things weren’t going great for the Cyclones heading into the Big 12 tournament, they were seemingly able to flip the script of late.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Heartland College Sports / March 15

Iowa State Basketball Selected as No. 2 Seed in 2026 March Madness

The Iowa State Cyclones have landed a No. 2 seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament, as announced by the selection committee on Sunday night. Iowa State is coming off of an 82-80 loss to Arizona in the semifinals of the Big 12 Tournament on Friday in Kansas City.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 13