Iowa State Cyclones brace for 2026‑27 roster overhaul after key departures
The Cyclones will field a reshaped squad next season, blending returning veterans with fresh transfer additions as they look to stay competitive in the Big 12.
May 30, 2026
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Iowa State Cyclones prepare for 2026‑27 season amid major roster turnover
The Cyclones will field a largely new lineup after several key players left for the NBA draft or exhausted eligibility, but coach Otzelberger believes the additions will preserve their recent top‑10 momentum.
May 30, 2026
2026‑27 Men’s College Basketball Top 25: Who Returns, Who Rises
With the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline passed, a wave of elite talent has chosen to stay in college, reshaping the preseason rankings and setting the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 campaign.
May 29, 2026
College Basketball’s Draft Withdrawal Wave Reshapes 2026‑27 Rosters
A dozen projected first‑round picks have withdrawn from the NBA draft, choosing instead to return to college and reshape the competitive landscape for next year's NCAA campaigns.
May 28, 2026
College Basketball Teams Rebuild as Top Prospects Opt for Another Year
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.
May 28, 2026
Jackson Kiss Commits to UNLV, Cyclones Adjust Roster
Jackson Kiss, a consensus four-star big man, has flipped his commitment from Iowa State to UNLV, prompting the Cyclones to lean on their current roster and recent transfer additions as they prepare for the 2026 season.
May 21, 2026
Big 12 Basketball’s Transfer Portal Shake‑Up: Key Additions, Losses and What Lies Ahead
The transfer portal has reshaped Big 12 basketball, bringing new stars and creating critical gaps that will define each team’s outlook for the upcoming season.
May 19, 2026
St. John’s Climbs to No. 16 as Theo Edema Commits, Rick Pitino Eyes More Additions
St. John's has risen to No. 16 in the 2026‑27 CBS Sports Preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings after securing a commitment from four‑star forward Theo Edema, while Coach Rick Pitino looks to bolster the roster with two additional transfers.
May 18, 2026
Kansas State’s 2025 Roster Prioritizes Potential Over Production
Head coach Casey Alexander has assembled a diverse group of players, emphasizing upside and growth as the Wildcats aim to climb the Big 12 ranks.
May 11, 2026