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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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Iowa forward Pryce Sandfort (24) dribbles the ball during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota-Duluth at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 102-81.

Sandfort brothers power Iowa men’s basketball to season-opening victory

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor November 4, 2024

Even though it was his fourth season-opener at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, Iowa men’s basketball forward Payton Sandfort felt an unusual nervous feeling in his stomach.  “Before the game, for some reason,...

Iowa guard Brock Harding drives to the baseline during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Penn State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 90-81.

Iowa men’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes honoring legendary guard Kenny Arnold, Harding ready to embrace starting role

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor November 1, 2024

Last Friday, fans got to see their first glimpse of the 2024-25 Iowa men's basketball team during an exhibition contest against Minnesota-Duluth. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 102-81, in a mistake-filled,...

Oct 15, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) goes to the basket against Utah Jazz forward John Collins (20) and forward Brice Sensabaugh (rear) during the third quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Hawks in the NBA | Oct. 22 – 28

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 29, 2024

Week one of the 2024-25 NBA season is complete, with all three Hawkeyes in similar roles as last season.  Keegan Murray remains as the starting four for the Sacramento Kings despite the addition of...

Iowa guard Brock Harding (2) is fouled by Minnesota-Duluth forward Charlie Katona during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota-Duluth at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 102-81.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Minnesota Duluth

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalist October 26, 2024

The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs, 102-81, in an exhibition game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday. Iowa forward Payton Sandfort returned to the court to score 23...

Iowa forward Payton Sandfort shoots the ball during a men's basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Maryland Terrapins at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024. The Terrapins defeated the Hawkeyes, 69-67.

Five takeaways from Iowa men’s basketball’s 102-81 exhibition win over Minnesota Duluth

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 25, 2024

After a long summer of preparation, the Iowa men's basketball team returned to the court on Friday night for an exhibition contest against Minnesota-Duluth at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated...

Iowa forward Seymour Traore shoots the ball during men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. The team took interviews from the media and held an open practice.

Iowa men’s basketball hopes new additions can spark a turnaround in 2024-25

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 22, 2024

The 2023-24 Iowa athletics season brought plenty of enthusiasm to Iowa City. The football team won 10 games and clinched its third Big Ten West division, women’s wrestling claimed a national championship...

(Left) Iowa guard Taylor McCabe poses for a portrait during Iowa women’s media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Oct. 10. (Right) Iowa guard Brock Harding poses for a portrait during men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Oct. 7.

Point/Counterpoint | Who will be Iowa’s breakout basketball players this season?

Jake Olson and Jack Birmingham October 15, 2024

Brock Harding The Iowa men’s basketball team has many potential breakout candidates for this upcoming season. The popular choice would be to choose guard Josh Dix or center Owen Freeman, starters...

Hannah Stuelke interacts with a fan during the Hawkeyes from Downtown event at Iowa Ave and Clinton on Oct. 11, 2024 in Iowa City, Iowa. The event featured the men’s and women’s basketball teams competing in competitions with fans.

Hundreds of Iowa fans show out for Hawkeyes From Downtown event

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 14, 2024

The Hawkeyes From Downtown event saw the Iowa’s women’s wrestling team, men’s basketball team, and women’s basketball team appear downtown Iowa City in front of hundreds of fans on Friday.  The...

(Left) Iowa forward Seydou Traore is interviewed during the Iowa men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. (Right) Iowa guard Drew Thelwell poses for a portrait during the Iowa men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. The team took interviews from the media and held an open practice.

Iowa men’s basketball incoming transfers Drew Thelwell, Seydou Traore provide intellect and versatility to Hawkeyes

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 9, 2024

From living through eight-hour bus rides down south and playing in arenas holding less than 3,000 people in New York City, Iowa men’s basketball players Drew Thelwell and Seydou Traore not only transferred...

Iowa forward Owen Freeman poses for a portrait during men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. The team took interviews from the media and held an open practice.

Iowa men’s basketball center Owen Freeman looks to build off first-year campaign

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 7, 2024

When Fran McCaffery was named head coach of the Iowa men’s basketball team in 2010, he placed an emphasis on developing players to help rebuild the struggling program. 14 years later, he has done...

Iowa players sit on the bench during the mens basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. The team took interviews from the media and held an open practice.

Iowa men’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes hoping for turnaround season in 2024-25

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 7, 2024

The Iowa men’s basketball team held its annual media day on Monday, signaling the beginning of a new season. The Hawkeyes are aiming to rebound from a mediocre 2023-24 season that saw the team finish...

Iowa forward Payton Sandfort speaks with a member of the media during men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. The team took interviews from the media and held an open practice.

Photos: 2024 Iowa Men’s Basketball Media Day

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro October 7, 2024

Iowa Men’s basketball hosted its 2024 media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday. Following an early knock out in the NIT tournament, Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery spoke about his hopes for the 2024-2025...