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Iowa center Ava Heiden (5) reacts Oct. 29, 2026 during an exhibition game against the Maryville Saints at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Hawkeye news roundup: Everest Leydecker wins gold, and two Iowa basketballers honored

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Oct 30, 2026

It was a night full of special moments for two former Hawkeyes in the NBA

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Oct 29, 2026

Ben McCollum isn't letting his team off the hook, even after a good performance

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Oct 28, 2026

5 observations from Iowa's 24-point exhibition win over Illinois Springfield

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Oct 28, 2026

Oct 25, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Bennett Stirtz (14) dunks against the Los Angeles Clippers during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

It took a little longer than expected, but Bennett Stirtz is finally on the score sheet

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Oct 26, 2026

Iowa forward Trey Thompson (20) participates in a drill Oct. 12, 2026 during an Iowa men’s basketball open practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

2 of Iowa's non-conference games have elevated importance after a recent announcement

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Oct 23, 2026

Oct 8, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Boston Celtics center Luka Garza (52) shoots against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson (20) during the first half of a preseason game at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images

4 former Hawkeyes return to the court as the 2026 NBA regular season gets underway

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Oct 20, 2026

Iowa guard Jacob Koch (10) shoots the ball Oct. 12, 2026 during an Iowa men’s basketball open practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Iowa has a golden opportunity to prove doubters wrong after the first AP Top 25 reveal

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Oct 20, 2026

Iowa forward Cooper Koch (8) dribbles into the lane Oct. 12, 2026 during an Iowa men’s basketball open practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Iowa's intriguing preseason power ranking is all the motivation the squad needs

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Oct 18, 2026

Iowa head coach Ben McCollum watches his team practice Oct. 12, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

3 major takeaways from what Ben McCollum said he learned from Iowa's first scrimmage

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Oct 13, 2026

Iowa forward Joey Matteoni gathers the ball during a summer basketball practice July 8, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Bryston Williams pinpointed an intriguing player to keep our eyes on this season

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Oct 13, 2026

Iowa guard Ty'Reek Coleman (1) dribbles Oct. 12, 2026 during an Iowa men’s basketball open practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Ty'Reek Coleman is starting to prove why the Iowa backcourt is in good hands

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Oct 13, 2026

Iowa head coach Ben McCollum calls to players during a game at Casey's Center on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025 in Des Moines.

Ben McCollum's recent admission proves that other programs had no chance of stealing him

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Oct 9, 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 isn't satisfied with settling for second best on the recruiting trail

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Oct 9, 2026

Iowa guard Dani Carnegie drives toward the basket as Taylor Stremlow defends during an Iowa women’s basketball practice July 23, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Hawkeyes news roundup: Basketball TV times, WBB season tickets gone, and more

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Oct 8, 2026

Oct 6, 2026; Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Bennett Stirtz (14) dribbles down the court against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half of a preseason game at BOK Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Bennett Stirtz's dynamic preseason debut further validates Oklahoma City's faith in him

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Oct 7, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Ben McCollum reacts in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

3 key observations from Iowa's Big Ten schedule in year two under Ben McCollum

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Sep 20, 2026

Iowa head coach Ben McCollum walks near the bench during a game at Casey's Center on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025 in Des Moines.

It's back to the drawing board for Ben McCollum after a top-50 prospect canceled his visit

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Sep 18, 2026

Iowa head coach Ben McCollum reacts during a basketball game against the Xavier Musketeers Nov. 14, 2025 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Ben McCollum is adding to his potential top prospect pool after great recruiting news

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Sep 7, 2026

Florida Rebels Cayden Daughtry (3) moves towards the basket as Team Herro Takis Tyler (4) defends during the Florida Rebels and Team Herro semifinal basketball game at the 2026 Nike Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C., on Saturday, July 18, 2026. The Florida Rebels won 84-76 and advance to the championship tomorrow.

Ben McCollum got some great news from one of the top guards in the 2027 class

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Aug 29, 2026

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Killyan Toure (27) moves the ball in the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Killyan Toure's injury update could give Iowa the advantage they were looking for

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Aug 24, 2026

From left, Iowa’s Cam Manyawu, Ty’Reek Coleman and Peyton McCollum huddle during a summer basketball practice July 8, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

4 intriguing non-conference games that Hawkeye fans must pay attention to

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Aug 21, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Tavion Banks (6) shoots against Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) in the second half during an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Tavion Banks slammed the door shut on an Iowa reunion with his latest announcement

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Aug 17, 2026

Bremerton head coach Miah Davis and son Jalen enjoy a moment with their first place trophy as the team celebrates on the court after their win over R.A. Long in Yakima on Saturday, March 7, 2026.

A top-20 2027 prospect gave Ben McCollum a double dose of great news

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Aug 9, 2026

Bremerton’s Jalen Davis dribbles down the court against Bainbridge on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026.

Ben McCollum and Iowa are firmly in the picture for one of the top 2027 combo guards

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Aug 2, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Tavion Banks (6) goes to the basket against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Tavion Banks' new status update isn't exactly what Iowa fans wanted to hear

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Aug 2, 2026

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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Jul 26, 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 proved why OKC made him a priority after a dynamic Summer League

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Jul 26, 2026

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