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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Iowa forward Payton Sandfort high-fives fans after a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 92-75.

Iowa men’s basketball to take business-like approach to Big Ten Tournament title defense

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor March 8, 2023

After Iowa men’s basketball guard Payton Sandfort answered a question about his recent Big Ten Sixth Man of the Year award, he hinted the season’s most important games are just beginning. “It’s...

Feb 17, 2023; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Team Pau forward Keegan Murray (13) reacts against Team Deron in the 2023 NBA All Star Rising Stars Game at Vivint Arena.

Hawks in the NBA | Feb. 27 – March 5

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Reporter March 6, 2023

When Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray played well offensively last week, the Kings won. When he didn’t, they lost. Murray began the week with a double-double in Sacramento’s Feb. 28 victory...

Nebraska guard Keisei Tominaga prepares for a layup during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Nebraska at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, March 5, 2023. The Cornhuskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 81-77. Keisei scored 11 points.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Nebraska

Rohan Abernathy-Wee, Photojournalist March 6, 2023

Iowa men’s basketball fell to Nebraska at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, 81-77. Iowa guard Patrick McCaffery scored 23 points and Iowa forward Kris Murray scored 22. The Hawkeyes were leading by...

Iowa forward Patrick McCaffery  looks to pass during a basketball game Iowa and Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Dec. 8, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 75-56. McCafferey scored 13 points.

Iowa men’s basketball forward Patrick McCaffery’s big game not enough in Senior Day loss to Nebraska

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter March 5, 2023

Iowa men’s basketball forward Patrick McCaffery is expanding his offensive arsenal and showing improved aggression as the Hawkeyes reach the postseason. After failing to reach double digits in...

Iowa forward Kris Murray sits for a timeout during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 93-82.

Iowa men’s basketball falls to Nebraska in regular season finale, awaits Big Ten Tournament seed

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor March 5, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team went cold from the field late in Sunday afternoon’s Senior Day loss to Nebraska at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes failed to make a field goal from the floor...

Iowa guard Tony Perkins takes a shot during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. Perkins scored 32 points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini, 81-79.

Iowa men’s basketball defeats No. 15 Indiana for second time this season

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor February 28, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team scored 12 of the first 14 points Tuesday night against the 15th-ranked Indiana Hoosiers at Assembly Hall in Bloomington and never looked back.  Although Indiana...

Iowa guard Connor McCaffery takes the ball down court during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 92-75.

‘Coming to a full end’: Connor McCaffery reflects on six-year career with Iowa men’s basketball

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor February 28, 2023

Connor McCaffery’s career in a Hawkeye basketball jersey has been filled with scrutiny, adversity, and change. But his love for basketball and knowledge of the game have carried him through his...

Iowa forward Filip Rebraca jumps for an opening during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Michigan State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 112-106. Rebraca scored 18 points and 5 assists.

Iowa men’s basketball senior Filip Rebraca leaving his mark on the Hawkeyes

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter February 28, 2023

Iowa men’s basketball center Filip Rebraca has stepped up throughout the 2022-23 slate. The fifth-year senior has posted nine double-doubles this year. The Serbia native has looked dominant...

Indiana forward Trayce Jackson-Davis scores while Iowa forward Kris Murray attempts to block during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Jan. 05, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers, 91-89.

Iowa men’s basketball prepared for late-season clash with Indiana

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor February 27, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team will take on the Indiana Hoosiers for the second time this season on Tuesday night at 6 p.m. in Bloomington. The rematch of Iowa’s 91-89 come-from-behind win on...

Feb 26, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) goes up for a basket as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Dario Saric (9) defends during the second quarter at Paycom Center.

Hawks in the NBA | Feb. 20-26

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Reporter February 27, 2023

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray opened the second half of the season with consistent play on both ends of the floor. After participating in the Rising Stars event during the Feb. 17 -19 All-Star...

Iowa forward Kris Murray embraces Director of Player Development Tristan Spurlock after a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Michigan State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 112-106. Murray scored 26 points and 4 assists.

Opinion | Upperclassmen leadership, resilient mindset has kept Iowa men’s basketball afloat

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor February 26, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team began the season as many fans and media members predicted — winning six of its first seven games. Standing at 6-1, the Hawkeyes traveled to Madison Square Garden to...

Iowa guard Tony Perkins jumps for a layup during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Michigan State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 112-106. Perkins scored 24 points and had 6 assists.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Michigan State

Matt Sindt, Photo Editor February 25, 2023

Iowa men’s basketball defeated Michigan State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, 112-106. By the end of the first half the score was tied, 42-42. The Spartans started to pick up steam in the second...