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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

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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.

Improved mindset and confidence paying dividends for Iowa men’s basketball player Kris Murray

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor January 31, 2023

Iowa men’s basketball forward Kris Murray spent last season playing second fiddle to his twin brother Keegan, who is now an NBA rookie starter for the Sacramento Kings. Coming into the 2022-23...

Iowa guard Connor McCaffery watches his 3-point shot attempt during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023. McCaffery scored 11 points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 93-82.

Iowa men’s basketball to host rising Northwestern squad

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor January 30, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team defeated the Northwestern Wildcats 82-61 last February in the teams’ lone regular season meeting. Tuesday’s contest featuring the Hawkeyes and Wildcats at Carver-Hawkeye...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark passes the ball to forward Monika Czinano during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Dartmouth at Carver-Hawkeyes Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Dec 21, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Big Green 92-54.

Caitlin Clark, Monika Czinano, Kris Murray named to Wooden Award late season top 20

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor January 30, 2023

A trio of Hawkeyes were named to the Wooden Award late season top 20 on Monday, the Los Angeles Athletic Club announced. The Wooden Award is presented annually to both the top men's and women's...

Iowa forward Kris Murray drives to the hoop while being defended by Rutgers forward Aundre Hyatt during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023. Murray recorded one assist. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 93-82.

Balanced scoring lifts Iowa men’s basketball over Rutgers

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor January 29, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team defeated the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, 93-82, Sunday afternoon at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. After a back-and-forth first 15  minutes, Iowa ended the first stanza on...

Iowa forward Patrick McCaffery puts up a 3-point shot during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023. McCaffery hit his first 3-pointer after returning to the court for the first time since taking a leave of absence to deal with anxiety. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 93-82.

Iowa men’s basketball forward Patrick McCaffery returns to court after missing time to work on mental health

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter January 29, 2023

Iowa men’s basketball forward Patrick McCaffery is back from his extended leave of absence. McCaffery stepped away from the program on Jan. 3, citing personal struggles with anxiety.  While McCaffery...

Iowa forward Filip Rebraca walks out for the starting lineup introductions during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023. Rebraca recorded six rebounds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 93-82.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Rutgers

Jerod Ringwald, Creative Director January 29, 2023

The Iowa men's basketball team defeated Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, 93-82. Iowa forward Patrick McCaffery returned to the court, scoring nine points. Entering the day, the Scarlet Knights...

Iowa guard Ahron Ulis dribbles the ball 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. Ulis scored eight points and collected seven rebounds.

Iowa men’s basketball falls to Michigan State on the road

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter January 26, 2023

Iowa men’s basketball fell, 63-61, to Michigan State on Thursday evening in East Lansing. The Hawkeyes had an opportunity to come away with a win on the last possession but fell in the final seconds.  Iowa...

Iowa men’s basketball set to face Michigan State

Iowa men’s basketball set to face Michigan State

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter January 25, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team will battle Michigan State on Thursday at 6 p.m. in East Lansing. The contest will be televised on FS1. The Spartans check in at 13-7 and 5-4 in the Big Ten while the...

Iowa guard Payton Sandfort backs down a defender during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Maryland at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 81-67.

Iowa men’s basketball sophomore Payton Sandfort heating up after early-season shooting struggles

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter January 24, 2023

Iowa men’s basketball’s Payton Sandfort is no stranger to heating up over the course of a season. The 6-foot-7 Waukee, Iowa, native eased his way onto the scene as a true freshman at Iowa,...

Iowa head coach during Fran McCaffery yells at his team 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 ends winning streak in loss to Ohio State

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor January 21, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team’s four-game winning streak came to an end Saturday in Columbus, as the Ohio State Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 93-77. Ohio State led for the last 19:28 and...

Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery watches action during a men's basketball game between Iowa and North Carolina A&T at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 11, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 112-71.

Iowa men’s basketball set to take on Ohio State

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter January 19, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team is prepared to take on Ohio State on the road on Saturday afternoon. The Hawkeyes will tip off against the Buckeyes at 1 p.m. on Fox. The Hawkeyes are 12-6 on the year...