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Tavion Banks announced his departure from Iowa men's basketball via Instagram, expressing thanks to coaches, teammates and fans while confirming his entry into the 2026 NBA Draft.
Tavion Banks announced his departure from the Iowa Hawkeyes, closing a chapter that combined collegiate success with a forthcoming NBA prospect.
Jaidyn Coon, a standout from Iowa who earned Mr. Basketball honors and led his team to a historic state tournament victory, has reopened his recruitment and pledged to the Hawkeyes. He hopes to sharpen his shooting and ball‑handling while contributing immediately on defense.
Coach Ben McCollum discussed Iowa’s tournament run, key players, newcomers and the shifting landscape of college basketball.
Coach Ben McCollum sounds optimistic about the Hawkeyes' prospects, highlighting improved shooting, added length and a deep bench as the team prepares for the 2026‑27 campaign.
A breakout performance at the 17U Peach Jam has elevated Cayden Daughtry into the national conversation, with elite programs courting the Florida native and Iowa eyeing a historic recruiting coup.
Five‑star prospect Cayden Daughtry led his team to a 17U Peach Jam title, earning MVP honors and drawing attention from top programs, including Iowa, where coach Ben McCollum sees a perfect fit.
Coach Ben McCollum’s early scholarship offer to Sioux Falls forward Noah Woods positions Iowa as the front‑runner for the state’s top 2029 prospect.
The Hawkeyes are reshaping their attack after a ninth‑place Big Ten finish, with sophomore forward Tate Sage emerging as a key contributor and a quartet of newcomers bringing size, speed and selflessness to the roster.
Sophomore forward Tate Sage is set to expand his impact after a standout Sweet 16 performance, as Iowa reshapes its offense around a committee approach.
Iowa basketball coach Ben McCollum has extended a scholarship to five‑star center Bentley Lusakueno, a Georgia prospect ranked among the top of the 2028 class, as the Hawkeyes aim to compete with powerhouse programs for his commitment.
Iowa’s head coach Ben McCollum is chasing five-star center Bentley Lusakueno, a top-ranked prospect who already holds multiple Division I offers.
Ben McCollum's relentless pursuit of top talent has placed Iowa at the center of a recruiting battle for five‑star center Bentley Lusakueno, a prospect whose commitment could redefine the program.
After a season that saw key departures, the Hawkeyes pin their hopes on two dynamic freshmen who bring size, shooting and positional flexibility.
The Hawkeyes blend experienced veterans with highly touted newcomers under second‑year coach Ben McCollum, hoping to translate early promise into a deep NCAA Tournament run.
The NCAA's recent decision to allow athletes five years of eligibility reshapes the future for Iowa's basketball program, giving key players additional time to contribute.
Bennett Stirtz was selected 16th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft and promptly traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder, a move highlighted by coach Ben McCollum as a perfect fit for the Iowa forward.
After reaching the Elite Eight, the Hawkeyes are using summer workouts to reshape their lineup, featuring new transfers and freshmen, while head coach Ben McCollum looks to distribute the load and build chemistry.
With high expectations after a 2025‑26 Elite Eight run, Iowa’s basketball program is navigating key roster changes, new transfers and a fluid starting lineup under head coach Ben McCollum.
With the 2026‑27 season still months away, Iowa basketball enthusiasts are buzzing about the team's revamped lineup and the promising start to summer workouts in Iowa City.
The Hawkeyes are gearing up for the 2026‑27 season, with a brief pause in training before players return to the gym on June 8. Freshman Jaidyn Coon is among the prospects under close watch as staff review last year’s performance and chart a path forward.
Coach Ben McCollum outlines the key storylines shaping Iowa basketball this summer, from new player arrivals to strength conditioning and the upcoming 2027 recruiting class.
Coach Ben McCollum's second season at Iowa brings four fresh additions and a focus on maturation as the program eyes a strong 2027 recruiting class.
The Hawkeyes' 2026‑27 Big Ten slate features a tough road stretch and a home lineup headlined by Michigan State, Nebraska and Wisconsin, while returning key players and adding four newcomers.