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Jan 7, 2026; Waco, Texas, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) shoots a free throw during the second half against the Baylor Bears at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion.

Do the Iowa State Cyclones have a potential fatal flaw?

Jan 7, 2026; Waco, Texas, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) shoots a free throw during the second half against the Baylor Bears at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion.

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Do the Iowa State Cyclones have a potential fatal flaw?

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Iowa State fans cheer during the Cyclones' game against Houston at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 16, 2026, in Ames, Iowa

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What would a Final Four run mean for the Iowa State Cyclones?

Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball head coach T.J. Otzelberger watches the game from the bench during the second half in the Big-12 conference men’s basketball against Texas Tech on Feb. 28, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa.

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Who should the Iowa State Cyclones be worried about in the Midwest Region?

Dwane Tucker, TSU Interim President, stands next to Nolan Smith TSU men’s basketball coach, and Dr. Mikki Allen, TSU Athletic Director, during a news conference introducing Smith as the new Tennessee State men’s basketball coach at Tennessee State University in Nashville, Tenn., Monday, July 21, 2025.

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Learn about the Iowa State Cyclones opponents in the Round of 64 for the NCAA Tournament, the Tennessee State Tigers.

Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball head coach T.J. Otzelberger watches the game from the bench during the second half in the Big-12 conference men’s basketball against Texas Tech on Feb. 28, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa.

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Are the Iowa State Cyclones poised for a run in March Madness?

Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) drives to the basket around Texas Tech Red Raiders forward LeJuan Watts (3) during the second half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

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Do the Iowa State Cyclones have the traits of a national championship contender?

Mar 7, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) goes to the basket as Arizona State Sun Devils forward Andrija Grbovic (14) defends during the first half at James H. Hilton Coliseum.

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Joshua Jefferson has rightfully been named as an All-American

Jan 2, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger, guard Tamin Lipsey (3) and guard Nate Heise (0) watch the Cyclones play the West Virginia Mountaineers during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

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The Iowa State Cyclones have one edge heading into the NCAA tournament over some of their peers.

Feb 28, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) watches the time tick down in their loss to the Texas Tech Red Raiders during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum.

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The Iowa State Cyclones have three players who will play a prominent role in determining how deep into March Madness the team will advance.

Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) shoots the ball during the second half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at T-Mobile Center.

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Can the Iowa State Cyclones win the Midwest Region

Mar 13, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones bench reacts after a play during the second half against the Arizona Wildcats at T-Mobile Center.

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The Iowa State Cyclones are moving up the AP Poll Top 25 in the final rankings ahead of the NCAA tournament.

Mar 13, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger gives direction during the first half against the Arizona Wildcats at T-Mobile Center.

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Will the first-round matchup for the Iowa State Cyclones be an easy one?

ESPN's Jay Bilas speaks during ESPN's 'College GameDay' broadcast ahead of No. 4 Tennessee's basketball game against No. 10 Texas at Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023.

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College basketball analyst Jay Bilas has shared a bold prediction for the Iowa State Cyclones and how they will fare in the NCAA tournament.

Feb 24, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger during the second half against the Utah Utes at Jon M. Huntsman Center.

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What will the rotation look like for the Iowa State Cyclones in March Madness?

Iowa State Cyclones' women's basketball head coach Bill Fennelly write in a board before Iowa State and Oklahoma State women basketball at Hilton Coliseum on February. 25, 2026, in Ames, Iowa.

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The Iowa State Cyclones women's basketball team received a tough draw for the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) and Iowa State Cyclones forward Killyan Toure (27) celebrates after winning 69-72 over Baylor in the Big-12 men’s basketball on Feb. 7, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa

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The Iowa State Cyclones stack up well in the rankings of the 68 teams in the 2026 NCAA Tournament field.

Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball head coach T.J. Otzelberger watches the game from the bench during the second half in the Big-12 conference men’s basketball against Texas Tech on Feb. 28, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa.

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When will the Iowa State Cyclones be playing in the first round?

Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Killyan Toure (27) leaves the game during the second half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at T-Mobile Center.

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The Iowa State Cyclones received a favorable draw as the No. 2 seed in the Midwest Region of the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

Feb 24, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger during the second half against the Utah Utes at Jon M. Huntsman Center.

The Iowa State Cyclones know who they will be playing in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball head coach T.J. Otzelberger watches the game from the bench during the second half in the Big-12 conference men’s basketball against Texas Tech on Feb. 28, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa.

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The Iowa State Cyclones have learned what seed they will be in the 2026 NCAA Tournament and where they will be heading.

Mar 13, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) after a play during the first half against the Arizona Wildcats at T-Mobile Center.

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Should the Iowa State Cyclones be optimistic about their chances to win it all?

Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) shoots the ball over Texas Tech Red Raiders forward LeJuan Watts (3) during the second half at T-Mobile Center.

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Iowa State Cyclones sharpshooter Milan Momcilovic made some impressive program history against the Arizona Wildcats.

Mar 11, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) protects the ball during the first half against the Arizona State Sun Devils at T-Mobile Center.

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An Iowa State Cyclones standout forward was selected as an All-American by a star analyst.

Mar 7, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger walks off the court after the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at James H. Hilton Coliseum.

Should the Iowa State Cyclones be excited about a recent game from a freshman?

Mar 13, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger gives direction during the first half against the Arizona Wildcats at T-Mobile Center.

After a good showing in the Big 12 tournament, should the Iowa State Cyclones be optimistic?