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Mar 20, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Ben McCollum looks on during the first half against the Clemson Tigers during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Ben McCollum produced the top quote of the first round when describing Iowa's win

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Mar 20, 2026

Ben McCollum immediately proved Iowa right for moving on from Fran McCaffery

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Mar 20, 2026

An unlikely hero stole the show for the Hawkeyes as Bennett Stirtz struggled

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Mar 20, 2026

If you thought Bennett Stirtz was going to slow down outside of a game, think again

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Mar 20, 2026

Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz (14) dunks to give the Iowa Hawkeyes their first lead against the USC Trojans Jan. 28, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Bennett Stirtz can see his draft stock skyrocket with a solid March Madness performance

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Mar 20, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Maryland Terrapins guard Darius Adams (1) defends Iowa Hawkeyes guard Isaia Howard (23) during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

This underrated player might be the game-changer in Iowa's tournament run

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Mar 20, 2026

Principia Panthers guard Quentin Coleman (11) is fouled by Wheeler Wildcats guard Kevin Savage III (2) during the fourth quarter of a City of Palms Classic quarterfinal game at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, Fla., on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025.

Iowa is poised to re-enter the sweepstakes for a top 2026 guard who is back on the market

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Mar 19, 2026

Mar 4, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Payton Sandfort (14) warms up before the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Payton Sandfort's three picks to win in March Madness isn't a surprise to anyone

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Mar 19, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Payton Sandfort (14) reacts after making a three point basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Payton Sandfort is fully healthy and proved he is still a three-point marksman

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Mar 18, 2026

Feb 25, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) goes to the basket against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the second half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Bennett Stirtz is running out of room for his awards after earning national recognition

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Mar 17, 2026

Dec 20, 2025; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Penn Quakers head coach Fran McCaffery reacts during the first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

An old friend is finally back in the NCAAT after failing to get there with the Hawkeyes

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Mar 17, 2026

Iowa guard Isaia Howard (23) reacts after Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz (14) took a foul from the Nebraska Cornhuskers Feb. 17, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

CBK Report gave the Hawkeyes a unique distinction before its first-round matchup

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Mar 17, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Alvaro Folgueiras (7) moves with the ball as Penn State Nittany Lions forward Josh Reed (10) defends during the second half at Bryce Jordan Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

Iowa vs. Clemson hub: Everything you need to know for Iowa's first-round match up

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Mar 16, 2026

Jan 17, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Tavion Banks (6) goes to the basket against Indiana Hoosiers forward Trent Sisley (11) during the first half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Early odds projections have a first-round exit in the cards for the Hawkeyes

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Mar 16, 2026

The Iowa men’s basketball team react after being named a 9-seed in the NCAA Tournament March 15, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Watch Iowa react to being selected for its first NCAA Tournament under Ben McCollum

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Mar 16, 2026

Iowa forward Cam Manyawu (3) reacts during a basketball game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers Feb. 17, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Iowa Hawkeyes learn their NCAA Tournament seed and first-round opponent

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Mar 15, 2026

Dec 29, 2025; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes center Trevin Jirak (27) controls the ball as UMass Lowell River Hawks forward Austin Green (10) defends during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

A Hawkeye newcomer is striving to be more than an average player in the Big Ten

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Mar 13, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) drives to the basket against Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Why a poor stretch of games won't sink the Hawkeyes' chances of making the big dance

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Mar 13, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Ben McCollum directs his team against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Ben McCollum voiced his frustration with one lingering issue after a loss to Ohio State

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Mar 12, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) drives to the basket against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

A frustrating trend is driving Iowa MBB fans crazy after another nail-biting loss

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Mar 12, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Cooper Koch (8) shoots against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Bennett Stirtz expressed the utmost confidence in Iowa's new x-factor after his big game

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Mar 11, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Ben McCollum on the bench against the Maryland Terrapins during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Ben McCollum's hilarious postgame quip is giving Iowa fans Fran McCaffery flashbacks

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Mar 11, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) shoots against Maryland Terrapins guard Isaiah Watts (12) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Iowa finally overcame its biggest issue in a Big Ten Tournament win over Maryland

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Mar 11, 2026

Feb 11, 2026; College Park, Maryland, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (#14) shoots for three points in the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

(9) Iowa vs. (17) Maryland: How to watch, odds, injuries, and series history

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Mar 10, 2026

Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz (14) shoots the basketball as Michigan guard Nimari Burnett (4) and Michigan forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) defend March 5, 2026 during a Big Ten basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Bennett Stirtz's laundry list of accomplishments grows after his latest achievement

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Mar 10, 2026

Mar 8, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Kael Combs (11) shoots a three-point shot to force overtime against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

The Hawkeyes learned their Big Ten Tournament fate after backing themselves into a corner

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Mar 9, 2026

Mar 8, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Jamarques Lawrence (10) shoots against Iowa Hawkeyes forward Cooper Koch (8) during the first half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

There are no moral victories for Cooper Koch after another loss to a top team

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Mar 9, 2026

Mar 8, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Ben McCollum during the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Ben McCollum had some scathing words for his offense after an OT loss to Nebraska

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Mar 9, 2026

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