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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Josh Dix shoots a game winning three pointer during an Iowa basketball game against the Northwestern Wildcats on December 3rd at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. This was the first Big-Ten matchup for the Hawkeyes, who came out with a last second win over the Wildcats, 80-79.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Northwestern

Jessy Lane, Photojournalist December 3, 2024

The Iowa men's basketball team had their first Big Ten matchup against the Northwestern Wildcats on Tuesday night. The Hawkeyes led the Wildcats at halftime, but the Wildcats fought back, making the game...

Josh Dix shoots a reverse layup while being contested by Nick Martinelli during an Iowa basketball game against the Northwestern Wildcats on December 3rd at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. This was the first Big-Ten matchup for the Hawkeyes, who came out with a last second win over the Wildcats, 80-79.

Iowa men’s basketball wins on mirror-image buzzer-beater, but it has room for reflection going forward

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 3, 2024

Two three-point attempts from the Tigerhawk at center court. Two swishes. Two game-winners over Northwestern for Iowa men’s basketball just five years apart. From former Hawkeye guard Jordan Bohannon’s...

Josh Dix shoots a three pointer during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and USC Upstate at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 110-77.

Iowa men’s basketball stuns Northwestern at the buzzer

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor December 3, 2024

It was a tale of two halves inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday night. The Iowa men's basketball team appeared to run away with its Big Ten opener against Northwestern, but the Wildcats erased a...

Payton Sandfort passes around Carmelo Adkins during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and USC Upstate at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 110-77.

Iowa men’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes get set to open Big Ten play against Northwestern

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor December 2, 2024

Following a dominating 110-77 victory over USC Upstate on Nov. 26, the Iowa men’s basketball team gets set to return from their holiday break on Dec. 3 for the Big Ten season opener against the Northwestern...

Owen Freeman dunks the ball during a mens basketball game between Iowa and USC Upstate at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 110-77.

Photos: Iowa mens basketball vs. USC Upstate

Emma Calabro and Jessy Lane November 27, 2024

The Iowa men's basketball team defeated USC Upstate, 110-77, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday. The Hawkeyes played a strong game against the Spartans, maintaining a significant lead throughout. Brock...

Brock Harding looks for an open pass during an Iowa men’s basketball game against Rider University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Nov. 19  The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncs, 83-58.

Iowa men’s basketball trounces USC Upstate with 110-point effort but loses key player to injury

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 26, 2024

The Iowa men's basketball team had its highest-scoring performance of the season Tuesday night against USC Upstate. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 110-77, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena behind efficient...

Iowa forward Payton Sandfort attempts a three-point field goal during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Washington State at Vibrant Arena in Moline, Illinois, on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cougars 76-66.

Iowa men’s basketball falls to Utah State, 77-69

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor November 22, 2024

The Iowa men's basketball team dropped its first game of the season to Utah State on Friday, 77-69. The Hawkeyes were plagued by inconsistencies from the three-point and free throw lines, resulting in...

Owen Freeman goes up for a shot during an Iowa men’s basketball game against Rider University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Nov. 19  The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncs, 83-58.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Rider

Jessy Lane, Photojournalist November 19, 2024

The Iowa Hawkeyes faced the Rider Broncs on Tuesday night in a showdown at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncs, 83-58. Pryce Sandfort continued to prove himself and led Iowa in scoring...

Iowa guard Drew Thelwell defends against a Coyote player during a men's basketball game between Iowa and South Dakota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Coyotes 96-77.

Gridlock on the hardwood | Iowa men’s basketball embraces defensive turnaround this season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 19, 2024

The blare of the buzzer followed by the roar of the crowd. The players on the court embracing in joyous celebration. Most would assume this scene as a game-winning shot – at the very least, something...

Jul 7, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Luka Garza (40) shoots between Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (28) and Detroit Pistons forward Braxton Key (8) during an NBA Summer League game at T&M. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Nov. 12-18

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter November 19, 2024

Keegan Murray and the Sacramento Kings split their four games last week and stayed put at the 10th spot in the Western Conference standings.  The Kings’ 127-104 home win over the Phoenix Suns...

Iowa forward Seydou Traore goes in for a layup during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Washington State at Vibrant Arena in Moline, Illinois, on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cougars 76-66.

Iowa men’s basketball steamrolls Rider, 83-58

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor November 19, 2024

The Iowa men’s basketball team rode a dominant defensive performance to an 83-58 victory over the visiting Rider Broncs on Tuesday night in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes forced 20 turnovers, two...

Iowa guard Owen Freeman wins the tip-off during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Washington State at Vibrant Arena in Moline, Illinois, on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cougars 76-66.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Washington State

Emma Calabro, Visuals Editor November 16, 2024

The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Washington State, 76-66, in the John Deere Quad City Hoops Showdown at Vibrant Arena in Moline, Illinois, on Friday. This is the Hawkeye's first time visiting the Quad Cities...