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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 center Luka Garza goes for a layup during a men's basketball game between Iowa and SIUE at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.

Iowa men’s hoops topples SIUE in season-opener

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor November 8, 2019

The Iowa men's basketball handled its business in its season opener against Southern Illinois-Edwardsville on Friday, beating the Cougars 87-60. Picking up the win didn't seem like a difficult thing...

Iowa forward Ryan Kriener poses for a portrait during Basketball Media Day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, October 9, 2019. The Hawkeyes will open their season on November 4, 2019 against Lindsey Wilson College in their exhibition game. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Kriener settles into senior role as season-opener approaches

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor November 7, 2019

The anticipation of a first game can be frightening. It’s even more so when it’s one’s first game playing basketball at a Big Ten school. Now a senior, Iowa basketball’s Ryan Kriener — a fan...

Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp shoots the ball during the men's basketball game against Lindsey Wilson College at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, November 4, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 96-58. Wieskamp scored 19 total points.

Photos: Men’s Basketball vs. Lindsey Wilson College (11/4/19)

Katina Zentz, Creative Director November 5, 2019

Iowa crushed Lindsey Wilson College in an exhibition game, 96-58, on Monday. The Hawkeyes were led by Joe Wieskamp and C.J. Fredrick offensively while putting together a team effort on defense.    

Iowa forward Patrick McCaffery prepares to shoot the ball during the men's basketball game against Lindsey Wilson College at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, November 4, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 96-58.

McCaffery brothers shine in Iowa’s exhibition victory

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor November 4, 2019

Iowa men’s basketball head coach Fran McCaffery is entering his 10th year at the helm of the Hawkeye program. This year more than any of the past nine, the McCaffery family’s presence is felt on the...

Iowa guard CJ Fredrick passes the ball during the men's basketball game against Lindsey Wilson College at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, November 4, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 96-58.

Fredrick begins redshirt freshman season on high note

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor November 4, 2019

C.J. Fredrick got his career off to a fast start in Carver-Hawkeye on Monday. In Iowa’s 96-58 exhibition win over Lindsey Wilson College, Fredrick hit his first two 3-point attempts on back-to-back...

Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp prepares to shoot the ball during the men's basketball game against Lindsey Wilson College at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, November 4, 2019.

Hawkeye men’s hoops downs Blue Raiders in exhibition

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor November 4, 2019

Iowa’s 96-58 exhibition win over Lindsey Wilson College on Monday was just about over as it started. Despite the Blue Raiders hitting a 3-pointer to open the game, the Hawkeyes went on a 12-0 run...

Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon shoots the ball during the NCAA game against Tennessee at Nationwide Arena on Sunday, March 24, 2019. The Volunteers defeated the Hawkeyes 83-77 in overtime.

Iowa men’s hoops ready for final tune-up before regular season

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor November 3, 2019

Iowa men’s basketball is back. Well, almost. The Hawkeyes tip off the 2019-20 season on Friday against SIU Edwardsville at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. But before then, Iowa will face Lindsey Wilson College...

Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon shoots the ball during the NCAA game against Tennessee at Nationwide Arena on Sunday, March 24, 2019. The Volunteers defeated the Hawkeyes 83-77 in overtime.

Bohannon expected to play in Iowa’s opening exhibition game

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 30, 2019

Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon is expected to suit up for Iowa's first exhibition game of the season against Lindsey Wilson College on Nov. 4, Hawkeye head coach Fran McCaffery announced Wednesday. The...

Bakari Evelyn speaks with members of the press during an Iowa men’s basketball media availability at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on July 24, 2019.

Evelyn guides McCaffery, Toussaint with previous experience

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 28, 2019

Drive around Iowa City at any time, and three new but familiar faces might cruise right by. Those three faces would belong to new Hawkeye basketball players Bakari Evelyn, Patrick McCaffery, and Joe...

Iowa F Jack Nunge faces off with Michigan State G Matt McQuaid (20) during a basketball game between Iowa and Michigan State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the visiting Spartans, 96-93.

Jack Nunge returns after redshirt season

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor October 21, 2019

Taking a redshirt year means a season full of falling under the radar. The focus is on practice and self-improvement without the luxury of appearing on the court during games. Iowa basketball’s Jack...

Former Hawkeye B.J. Armstrong returns to Iowa

Former Hawkeye B.J. Armstrong returns to Iowa

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 19, 2019

Former Iowa basketball guard B.J. Armstrong returned to Iowa City this week to serve as the Grand Marshal in Iowa's homecoming parade. In his trip back, Armstrong, a three-time NBA champion with the...

Bakari Evelyn speaks with members of the press during an Iowa men’s basketball media availability at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on July 24, 2019.

Evelyn adds leadership, versatility to Iowa men’s basketball

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor October 14, 2019

Sometimes a change of scenery can take some getting used to. For Iowa men’s basketball guard Bakari Evelyn, he’s ready to play — and lead — wherever he goes. This season will be Evelyn’s first...