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Storm Lake junior Jaidyn Coon dunks the basketball against ADM during the Iowa high school boys state basketball tournament on Monday, March 10, 2025, at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. Mandatory Credit: Bryon Houlgrave-The Des Moines Register

Jaidyn Coon's eye-popping athleticism gives Iowa something it desperately needed

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Bennett Stirtz proved why OKC made him a priority after a dynamic Summer League

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Ben McCollum and Iowa have jumped into the fray for an elite shooter in the 2028 class

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Cayden Daughtry's meteoric rise proves Ben McCollum has a keen eye for talent

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Iowa center Luka Garza (55) points to the bench after making a dunk during a NCAA Big Ten Conference mens basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

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Ranking Iowa Men's Basketball's top 5 biggest recruiting wins over the past decade

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Jul 16, 2026

Iowa guard Tate Sage passes the basketball as Isaia Howard defends during an Iowa men’s basketball practice July 15, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Jon Rothstein has a bold Tate Sage prediction that Ben McCollum needs to be right

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Jul 16, 2026

Nov 7, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Josh Dix (4) reacts with forward Payton Sandfort (20) during the first half against the Southern University Jaguars at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Three former Hawkeyes are becoming the dynamic trio that OKC never knew it needed

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Jul 15, 2026

Iowa guard Brendan Hausen (15) steps back before attempting a 3-pointer as Western Michigan forward Hudson Ward (8) defends Dec. 14, 2025 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Brendan Hausen's latest shooting clinic is giving Memphis a lot to think about

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Jul 15, 2026

Iowa head coach Ben McCollum instructs his players during a basketball game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers Feb. 17, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

3 head-turning revelations from Ben McCollum that fans will want to pay attention to

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Jul 14, 2026

Storm Lake’s Jaidyn Coon pulls down a rebound against ADM during the Iowa high school boys state basketball tournament on Monday, March 10, 2025, at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. Mandatory Credit: Bryon Houlgrave-The Des Moines Register

Jaidyn Coon revealed one major issue he needs to solve in order to boost his game

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Jul 10, 2026

Iowa guard Ethan Harris dribbles down court during a summer basketball practice July 8, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

A MBB newcomer has been turning heads early in the summer and it isn't who you think

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Jul 9, 2026

Iowa forward Cam Manyawu high-fives Jaidyn Coon during a summer basketball practice July 8, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

An Elite Eight appearance is all well and good but Iowa players are hungry for more

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Jul 9, 2026

Iowa's Brendan Hausen attempts a basket during a game at Casey's Center on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025 in Des Moines.

Brendan Hausen needed just one Summer League game to prove he's still a flamethrower

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Jul 8, 2026

Jan 28, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) controls the ball against the Southern California Trojans during the second half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Bennett Stirtz is giving Thunder fans every reason to be excited after a dynamic debut

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Jul 6, 2026

Feb 5, 2015; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Aaron White (30) dunks in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines at Crisler Center. Iowa won 72-54. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

A former Hawkeye star is finally out of career limbo after inking a new pro contract

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Jul 3, 2026

Feb 1, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics center Luka Garza (52) drives to the basket while Milwaukee Bucks guard Cole Anthony (50) defends during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Luka Garza's career resurgence couldn't be overlooked as he gets the national call

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Jul 2, 2026

Nov 30, 2013; Paradise Island, BAHAMAS; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Jarrod Uthoff (20) dribbles as Villanova Wildcats guard Darrun Hilliard (4) defends during the game in the 2013 Battle 4 Atlantis Championship game in the Imperial Arena at the Atlantis Resort. Villanova won 88-83. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

A former Hawkeye journeyman is back in the states under the national spotlight

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Jul 2, 2026

Jan 18, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Kris Murray (24) spots up to shoot during the second half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Murphy-Imagn Images

An blockbuster move by Portland gives a former Hawkeye a fresh start in Memphis

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Jul 1, 2026

Mar 5, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) controls the ball as Michigan Wolverines guard Trey McKenney (1) defends during the second half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Bennett Stirtz will don a familiar number that he made famous during his college career

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Jun 28, 2026

Jan 6, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Brendan Hausen (15) shoots as Minnesota Golden Gophers forward Bobby Durkin (3) defends during the second half at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Ben McCollum's list of NBA players grows after a former Hawkeye heads to Memphis

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Jun 27, 2026

Sam Presti, Thunder General Manager, has his end-of-season media access, Monday, June 8, 2026.

Sam Presti's recent admission about Bennett Stirtz is a massive confidence boost

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Jun 27, 2026

Feb 8, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) controls the ball against the Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Oklahoma City's latest cost-cutting roster move is exactly what Bennett Stirtz needed

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Jun 27, 2026

Feb 19, 2025; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Josh Dix (4) reacts during the first half against the Oregon Ducks at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Oklahoma City is becoming a Hawkeye hub after an undrafted free agent joined the party

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Jun 25, 2026

Feb 25, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Ben McCollum talks with guard Bennett Stirtz (14) during the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Ben McCollum 'couldn't be prouder' of first-round pick Bennett Stirtz

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Jun 24, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) dribbles the ball against the Florida Gators in the second half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Bennett Stirtz's post-draft quote is already giving OKC fans a reason to adore him

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Jun 23, 2026

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the sixteenth pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz after he was selected by the Memphis Grizzlies at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

From Division II to a NBA Championship contender, fans can't get enough of Bennett Stirtz

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Jun 23, 2026

Thunder selecting Bennett Stirtz confirms exactly what every Iowa fan already believed

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Jun 23, 2026

Iowa head coach Ben McCollum reacts during a basketball game against the USC Trojans Jan. 28, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Dusty May's Michigan departure opens the door for a new Ben McCollum Big Ten reality

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Jun 22, 2026

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