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The Iowa State Cyclones enter the new season with a third‑place preseason ranking in the Big 12, hoping to build on a historic start while integrating fresh talent and overcoming key departures.
Iowa’s schedule features five high‑major opponents, with a marquee matchup against Alabama in Des Moines, as Coach Ben McCollum looks to blend fan engagement with competitive testing.
Iowa State’s offseason moves include five transfers, highlighted by Leon Bond III, a 6‑5 wing whose defensive versatility and all‑around skill set promise to reshape the Cyclones’ approach on both ends of the floor.
Four former Iowa State players — Keshon Gilbert, Joshua Jefferson, Curtis Jones and Tamin Lipsey — are among the hopefuls competing in the NBA Summer League, each navigating contracts and opportunities as they aim to translate college success into professional minutes.
Keshon Gilbert, Joshua Jefferson, Curtis Jones and Tamin Lipsey will represent their new NBA teams in the upcoming Summer League in Las Vegas, bringing fresh storylines to the court.
The upcoming Big 12 men’s basketball season will be defined by major roster changes, key transfers, and coaching shifts across the league, setting the stage for fresh storylines and competitive balance.
The Cyclones lose their top three scorers and welcome fresh talent and coaching staff, setting the stage for a transformative year.
The Iowa State Cyclones are generating buzz as they climb to the 12th spot in the latest college basketball power rankings, positioning themselves as a serious threat for the upcoming season.
An analysis of the evolving criteria for a national title, spotlighting three programs that may win without a top‑20 recruiting class or a returning star.
With key departures and fresh talent, Iowa State aims to build on last season’s Sweet 16 run and contend in the Big 12.
Jamarion Batemon’s freshman stats hinted at potential, and with a reshaped roster he is expected to shoulder greater offensive responsibility and leadership for Iowa State.
Analysts forecast Iowa State as a Top 25 program for the 2026‑27 season, driven by a sharp defensive scheme under T.J. Otzelberger and the emergence of key transfer talents.
With the loss of Milan Momcilovic and two other leading scorers, sophomore guard Jamarion Batemon is expected to lead the Cyclones' offense.
Coach T.J. Otzelberger has yet to name captains, but the Cyclones are already feeling the impact of recent NBA departures and the rise of new vocal leaders.
Iowa State’s 2025‑26 season reached the Sweet Sixteen, and forward Joshua Jefferson’s development culminated in a Brooklyn Nets draft pick, a story coach T.J. Otzelberger hopes to leverage for future recruits.
Joshua Jefferson’s journey from St. Mary’s to the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft reflects Iowa State’s rising ability to cultivate NBA talent, a trend that could reshape recruiting and the program’s national standing.
Initial doubts about Garwey Dual’s fit at Syracuse have given way to cautious optimism as his recent performances suggest a player ready to contribute on both ends of the floor.
After a standout collegiate campaign, Joshua Jefferson is named the Gary Thompson Iowa State Male Athlete of the Year, joining an elite list of Cyclone greats.
After a promising college career cut short by injury, Joshua Jefferson is embracing a new chapter with the Brooklyn Nets, eager to learn and contribute.
The Iowa State Cyclones have secured a fifth straight NCAA tournament appearance, but a depleted interior defense forced the program to seek new solutions ahead of the upcoming season.
After a Sweet 16 run marred by injuries, the Cyclones are bolstering rim protection with experienced transfers and a promising freshman, aiming to stay in the national title conversation.
After a near‑miss in the Sweet 16 and a roster reshuffle, the Cyclones look to Killyan Toure’s defensive prowess and the steady hand of Coach Otzelberger to reclaim a top‑two national ranking.
The Cyclones look to translate last year’s No. 2 national ranking into a deeper NCAA run, led by defensive standout Killyan Toure and a revamped roster.
The Nets selected versatile forward Joshua Jefferson with the 28th overall pick after a trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves, but analysts question his role behind Michael Porter Jr. and Julius Randle.