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The Athletic's preseason rankings place Iowa at No. 14, highlighting coach Ben McCollum's track record, key player departures and new transfers as the Hawkeyes aim for a deep tournament run.
The 2026 NBA Draft will be held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where analysts are using 247Sports high school rankings to gauge the potential impact of each projected first‑round pick.
The Iowa Hawkeyes will face Creighton on November 15 in Des Moines, marking the first meeting of the season and a key early‑season evaluation for a revamped roster.
A dozen projected first‑round picks have withdrawn from the NBA draft, choosing instead to return to college and reshape the competitive landscape for next year's NCAA campaigns.
Nearly a dozen high‑profile prospects have pulled out of the NBA draft, choosing to return to college and altering the roster landscape for dozens of programs across the country.
Andrej Stojakovic has withdrawn from the NBA Draft and will return to Illinois for his senior season, bringing back a key scorer and defender for a team eyeing a top‑five preseason ranking.
TJ Jamison, a 43rd‑ranked national point guard in the 2027 class, will travel to Iowa for an official visit, citing the Hawkeyes' culture, coaching staff and a mentorship link with Damian Lillard as key factors in his decision.
TJ Jamison, a top point guard from Shreveport, Louisiana, is set to visit Iowa City this June, praising the Hawkeyes' coaching staff and his admiration for NBA stars.
A detailed look at Iowa State’s ambitious non‑conference schedule, marquee matchups, and the storylines that could shape the team’s early season.
The 2025‑26 Iowa Hawkeyes nearly upset eventual national champion Michigan, showcasing a physical style that turned heads and sparked optimism for the program's trajectory.
The Hawkeyes fell just three points short of Michigan, the eventual national champions, in a game that highlighted their growing toughness and depth.
Elliot Cadeau is set to return for the 2026‑27 season, bringing experience and shooting prowess, while Michigan navigates injuries, transfers, and uncertain futures for several key players.
At the NBA Combine in Chicago, TheWolverine.com sat down with former collegiate opponents of the Michigan Wolverines, shedding light on the team’s emerging NBA prospects.
After a March Madness run that nearly reached the Final Four, Bennett Stirtz is gearing up for the 2026 NBA Draft Combine, trusting his coach and a new training regimen to showcase his shooting and playmaking.
Bennett Stirtz, a transfer‑rich guard from Iowa, is gearing up for the 2026 NBA Draft Combine, where his shooting prowess and unconventional background could earn him a first‑round selection.
A senior point guard from Iowa dazzles at the 2026 NBA Combine, posting elite shooting numbers and setting program records, positioning himself as the first first‑round pick under coach Ben McCollum.
The 2026‑27 season will see Purdue facing top conference rivals on the road, while key players from Iowa, Nebraska, Ohio State and others return to test the Boilermakers' championship hopes.
The Big Ten has released its 2026‑27 men’s basketball slate, and Purdue’s schedule promises a tougher road ahead compared with the previous year, featuring challenging home and away matchups.
At the 2026 NBA Draft Combine, Bennett Stirtz dazzled with top‑tier shooting drills and a deep run with Iowa, earning a projected 26th‑overall pick by the Denver Nuggets.
Coach Ben McCollum signed a six‑year, $27.6 million deal, keeping him in Iowa through 2032 and signaling a long‑term commitment to the program.
Bennett Stirtz impressed at the 2026 NBA Draft Combine with strong drill performances, elite physical measurements and a draft projection that places him in the late first round.
After guiding Iowa to the Elite Eight and securing a 24‑win season, Ben McCollum has signed a contract extension through 2032, signaling a long‑term vision for the Hawkeyes.
Ben McCollum’s contract extension through 2032 reflects a strategic alignment between his vision and the University of Iowa’s basketball ambitions, even as the team navigates the loss of key players and embraces new talent.
In a recent interview, Iowa men's basketball coach Ben McCollum discussed the excitement and pressures of an Elite Eight run, the need to stay grounded, and the plan to rebuild around new talent while retaining core players.