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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

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

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Mar 17, 2026

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

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Mar 16, 2026

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

Mar 5, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Michigan Wolverines head coach Dusty May reacts during the first half against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

The Hawkeye faithful brought the noise in Caver-Hawkeye Arena and Dusty May knows it

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Mar 6, 2026

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 forward Cam Manyawu (3) defends a shot attempted by Michigan forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) March 5, 2026 during a Big Ten basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

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

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Mar 5, 2026

Iowa forward Cooper Koch (8) high-fives Iowa’s Tavion Banks (6) during a Big Ten basketball game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers Feb. 17, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

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

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Mar 5, 2026

Iowa’s Tavion Banks (6) catches a pass as Nebraska forward Pryce Sandfort (21) defends Feb. 17, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

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

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