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Iowa head coach Ben McCollum instructs his team March 5, 2026 during a Big Ten basketball game against the Michigan Wolverines at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Ben McCollum expressed frustration after the Michigan loss thanks to one specific thing

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Mar 6, 2026

Iowa's stingy defense wasn't enough as its biggest issue popped up again vs. Michigan

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Mar 5, 2026

3 keys to victory for the Hawkeyes as they battle the Wolverines on Senior Night

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Mar 5, 2026

Going from JUCO to Division I has been a struggle, but also a blessing for Tavion Banks

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Mar 5, 2026

Iowa guard Tate Sage (24) shoots the basketball against Ohio State forward Amare Bynum (1) Feb. 25, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Iowa vs. No. 3 Michigan: How to watch, odds, injuries, and series history

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Mar 4, 2026

Jan 17, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) greets teammates after checking out of the game against the Indiana Hoosiers during the second half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Senior star Bennett Stirtz hopes his legacy goes beyond what he did on the court

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Mar 4, 2026

Vashon's Jimmy McKinney III (0) puts up a shot during the Missouri Class 4 state championship game against Benton, Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Mo. Vashon defeated Benton, 81-45.

An intriguing 2027 combo guard prospect has stayed in constant contact with Iowa

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Mar 3, 2026

Iowa head coach Ben McCollum watches his team compete against the Ohio State Buckeyes Feb. 25, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

First major transfer target just arrived for Ben McCollum to go after

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Mar 3, 2026

Dec 30, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Payton Sandfort (20) reacts during the first half against the New Hampshire Wildcats at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

A former Hawkeye sharpshooter is one step closer to realizing his NBA dream

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Mar 3, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions guard Kayden Mingo (4) defends as Iowa Hawkeyes guard Kael Combs (11) looks to pass the ball during the first half at Bryce Jordan Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

Iowa's horrendous loss drastically alters its chances of earning a much-need double bye

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Feb 28, 2026

Feb 25, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Alvaro Folgueiras (7) controls the ball as Ohio State Buckeyes center Ivan Njegovan (7) defends during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

The Hawkeyes had a special visitor in the house during their dismantling of Ohio State

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Feb 26, 2026

Wauwatosa West guard Jalen Brown shoots the ball over Wauwatosa East guard Parker Mitchellin a game Friday, December 12, 2025, at Wauwatosa East High School in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. West won 74-63.

Ben McCollum and the Hawkeyes are pushing hard for a 2027 four-star guard prospect

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Feb 26, 2026

Iowa forward Alvaro Folgueiras (7) catches a pass during a basketball game against the Ohio State Buckeyes Feb. 25, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Iowa moved into double-bye territory with a pivotal victory over Ohio State

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Feb 25, 2026

Feb 8, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) controls the ball as Northwestern Wildcats guard Jake West (3) defends during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Move over 'Iso Joe,' there's a new isolation king in the basketball world

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Feb 25, 2026

Jan 28, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Ben McCollum reacts during the second half against the Southern California Trojans at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Ben McCollum again voiced his displeasure with one key area as Iowa's slide continues

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Feb 23, 2026

Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz (14) drives on Wisconsin guard Andrew Rohde (7) during the first half of the game Sunday, February 22, 2026 at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin.

A massive issue popped up again as Iowa failed to secure another Quad 1 win at Wisconsin

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Feb 22, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) dunks the ball against the Washington Huskies during the second half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

A former Hawkeye great thinks current Hawkeye star Bennett Stirtz is one of one

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Feb 21, 2026

Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz (14) shoots the basketball as Nebraska forward Pryce Sandfort (21) and Nebraska guard Sam Hoiberg (1) defend Feb. 17, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Bennett Stirtz 'wanted to win it' for the fans who have been itching to see a signature win

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Feb 18, 2026

Feb 17, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) shoots the ball over Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Jamarques Lawrence (10) during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

The Hawkeyes drew a new seed and a new opponent in ESPN's bracketology update

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Feb 20, 2026

Feb 17, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Cooper Koch (8) reacts while coming off the court after the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Cooper Koch immediately became a fan favorite after taking a subtle shot at Nebraska

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Feb 18, 2026

Feb 17, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) reacts while coming off the court after the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

5 big takeaways from Iowa's signature win over No. 9 Nebraska

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Feb 18, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) guards Washington Huskies guard Zoom Diallo (5) during the second half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

3 keys to victory for the Hawkeyes in a pivotal matchup against the rival Cornhuskers

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Feb 17, 2026

Iowa’s Kael Combs (11), Alvaro Folgueiras (7), Cam Manyawu (3) and Isaia Howard (23) react as the Hawkeyes survive against the USC Trojans Jan. 28, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Iowa vs. No. 9 Nebraska: How to watch, odds, injuries, and series history

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Feb 17, 2026

Feb 14, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Ben McCollum reacts during the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Ben McCollum acknowledged that Purdue 'kicked our butt for us' in a blowout loss

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Feb 15, 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

Bennett Stirtz was apologetic after a blowout loss to Purdue in Carver-Hawkeye Arena

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Feb 15, 2026

Feb 8, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Alvaro Folgueiras (7) shoots the ball over Northwestern Wildcats forward Nick Martinelli (2) during the second half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Iowa has to be solid in three key areas to have a chance to knock off Purdue

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Feb 14, 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

Ben McCollum pointed to one key issue that the Hawkeyes must improve against Purdue

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Feb 14, 2026

Jan 14, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Bennett Stirtz (14) looks for an open teammate around Purdue Boilermakers guard C.J Cox (0) during the second half at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Iowa vs. No. 13 Purdue: How to watch, odds, injuries, and series history

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Feb 13, 2026

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