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Cyclones Assistant JR Blount Hired by San Diego To Be Head Coach

The Iowa State Cyclones men’s basketball team is going to have an opening on its coaching staff. Assistant JR Blount is going to be moving on. According to Jon Rothstein, he has been hired by the San Diego Toreros to take over as head coach of their program, replacing Steve Lavin after four years on the job.

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Sources: San Diego to hire Iowa State's Blount

San Diego is hiring Iowa State assistant JR Blount as its next head coach, sources told ESPN.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 9

Iowa State Assistant Coach in Running for San Deigo Job

The Iowa State Cyclones have turned into a premier men’s basketball program under head coach T.J. Otzelberger. When he arrived in Ames, taking over for the 2021-22 campaign, he was inheriting a team that went 2-22 in the final year under Steve Prohm.

College Basketball News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 9

Iowa State Jumped by Big 12 Rivals in Newest AP Poll Top 25

The Iowa State Cyclones ended the 2025-26 men’s college basketball regular season on a high note. They defeated the Arizona State Sun Devils at Hilton Coliseum on Senior Day, 86-65, to snap a two-game losing streak.

Unplanned OL Visit Will Help Cyclones Close Gap on Hawkeyes

The Iowa State Cyclones are looking for any avenue they can take advantage of to build relationships with players in the Class of 2027. Because of their busy offseason, which included a coaching change, they are behind their peers when it comes to recruiting for the future.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 9

Cyclones Can Improve Bracketology Standing in Big 12 Tournament

The Iowa State Cyclones finished the 2025-26 men’s college basketball regular season with a 25-6 record. It was one of the best regular seasons in program history, but plenty of work remains to be done.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 9

Grading Iowa State Cyclones' Regular Season Performance

With the regular season coming to a close for the Iowa State Cyclones, the team must be very happy with how they performed. Finishing up with a 25-6 record is a great accomplishment and is deserving of a strong grade. On Saturday, the Cyclones were able to finish up their regular season with a win against the Arizona State Sun Devils at home.

College Basketball News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 9

4 Biggest Iowa State Men’s Basketball Surprises This Season

The Iowa State Cyclones men’s basketball team wrapped up its 2025-26 season with a decisive victory over the Arizona State Sun Devils during Senior Day at Hilton Coliseum.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 8

Iowa State Makes Offer to Class of 2027 Offensive Lineman

The Iowa State Cyclones are stepping up their aggressiveness when it comes to recruiting for the Class of 2027. It is a necessity because of how far behind their peers in the process the Cyclones are.

Iowa State Battling Big 12 Rivals for Class of 2027 ATH

The Iowa State Cyclones are working hard to get their Class of 2027 in order, knowing they are lagging behind the competition. Because of how much work had to be done after the coaching change with the 2026 roster, the Cyclones are playing catch-up.

Tamin Lipsey News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 8

Tamin Lipsey Elevated Cyclones To Historic Heights in Career

Four years ago, there was a lot of hope and optimism when Tamin Lipsey began his career with the Iowa State Cyclones. He was a hometown hero, growing up and playing high school basketball at Ames High School.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 8

Two Standouts from Each Team in Iowa State Cyclones' Win Over Arizona State

On an emotional senior night in Ames, IA, the Iowa State Cyclones wrapped up their regular season with a dominant 86-65 victory over the Arizona State Sun Devils to finish the regular season 25-6.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / March 8

Audi Crooks’ Response To Iowa State Transfer Question Raises Eyebrows

There was a lot of speculation about what Iowa State Cyclones star center Audi Crooks' future would hold after her team was beaten by the Michigan Wolverines in the first round of the 2025 NCAA tournament.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 8

Big 12 Tournament Schedule Set for Iowa State Cyclones

With the regular season in the Big 12 completed, the bracket is now officially set for what could be one of the best tournaments in basketball next week. The Big 12 has undoubtedly been one of the premier conferences in college basketball this year.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 8

UConn Loss Keeps Cyclones Hopes of Earning No. 1 Seed Alive

The Iowa State Cyclones knew that they had to handle business against the Arizona State Sun Devils on Senior Day to have any hopes of improving their outlook for postseason play.

College Basketball News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 7

Three Cyclones to Watch Ahead of Meeting with Arizona State

This weekend, the seniors on the Iowa State Cyclones will have their last day on the court at Hilton Coliseum, where they hope to have one last great game in front of the fans in red and yellow.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 7

Games To Watch With Impact on Iowa State’s Big 12 Seeding

Despite an incredible beginning to the season where the Iowa State Cyclones started 16-0, it’s been a struggle to keep up with that level of consistency.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 6

Big 12 Tournament Loss Has Major Implications for Cyclones

The Iowa State Cyclones women's basketball team earned the No. 7 seed in the 2026 Big 12 Tournament after going 22-8 during the regular season and 10-8 during conference play.

Tamin Lipsey News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 6

Looking Back at an Historical Career for Iowa State Cyclones’ Legend Tamin Lipsey

Tamin Lipsey is an Ames legend. He grew up in the small Iowa town, attending Ames High School for four years before committing to and attending the local college, Iowa State University.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 6

Iowa State Cyclones Have Seen Steady Decline in This Key Area

The Iowa State Cyclones have fallen into a bit of a rut of late, with the season coming to an end. Unfortunately, their struggles in a key area are rather clear. So far this season, there has been a ton to like about how the Cyclones have performed.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Heartland College Sports / March 6

This Rising Recruit Could Mean a Serious Upgrade for Iowa State Up Front

Cornerstone Christian (San Antonio, Texas) defensive lineman Ahzan Bacote added Iowa State to his list of June visits, according to reporting by Bill Seals of Cyclone Report.

College Football News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 6

Cyclones Transfer Competing for Starting Quarterback Job

The Iowa State Cyclones have to rebuild virtually their entire roster following the coaching change from Matt Campbell to Jimmy Rogers. With more than 50 players hitting the transfer portal, including more starters than any program in the country, a lot of talent and production had to be replaced.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 6

Class of 2027 Quarterback Receives First Power Four Offer from Iowa State

The Iowa State Cyclones know that they are running behind when it comes to recruiting for the Class of 2027. Because of the head coaching change they underwent in December, replacing Matt Campbell with Jimmy Rogers, a lot of focus was on the roster for 2026.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 6

Historical Data Highlights How Well Iowa State Cyclones Might Do in NCAA Tournament

The Iowa State Cyclones are getting set for their final game of the year at home, and it will be an emotional senior night for some of their players. However,

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 2

No. 2 Arizona polishes resume with blowout win over No. 6 Iowa State

The Arizona Wildcats polished their resume on Monday. Following a resounding win over the Associated Press No. 6 Iowa State Cyclones, they're rivals to anyone else's in the country.

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