A New Chapter for the Cyclones
The Iowa State Cyclones are gearing up for the 2026‑27 basketball season, hoping to build on a campaign that saw them climb as high as the second spot in the national polls before a Sweet 16 exit in the NCAA tournament.
Coach T.J. Otzelberger has been active in the transfer portal, bringing in fresh talent while acknowledging the loss of several key contributors through graduation and departures.
Among the returnees, Killyan Toure stands out as a defensive standout who earned recognition as one of the Big 12’s best freshmen defenders, but his path to stardom now hinges on offensive growth.
The new additions include guard Joshua Jefferson and forward Milan Momcilovic, both of whom bring experience from previous programs and are expected to add depth and versatility.
Fans and analysts alike are watching closely to see whether the Cyclones can translate early promise into a deeper tournament run, with the Big 12 competition promising another tough battle.