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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa forward Luka Garza looks to attempt a shot during the Iowa/Illinois men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, January 20, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 95-71.

Iowa looks to get back in win column against Big Ten-leading Michigan

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor February 1, 2019

Coming off two-straight losses, Iowa will have its hands full when it takes on No. 5 Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye at 6 p.m. today. While the losses have raised questions about Iowa’s defensive efficiency...

Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon readies a pass against Minnesota at Williams Arena on Sunday. The Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes, 92-87.

Bohannon, Wieskamp searching for their shot

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 30, 2019

Jordan Bohannon and Joe Wieskamp are two of the Big Ten’s best shooters and two of Iowa’s most crucial playmakers. Over the past two games, though, that hasn’t been the case. Iowa has dropped two...

Iowa guard Isaiah Moss jumps for a lay-up during the men's basketball game vs. Minnesota at Williams Arena on Sunday, January 27, 2019. The Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes 92-87.

Moss excels, but Hawkeyes fall short in battle at the Barn

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor January 27, 2019

MINNEAPOLIS – Isaiah Moss loves playing basketball in Minneapolis – particularly at the Barn. When playing at Williams Arena last season, Moss posted 32 points on 12-of-18 shooting, including 19...

Iowa guard Isaiah Moss (4) defends against Minnesota guard Gabe Kalscheur (22) during men's basketball vs. Minnesota at Williams Arena on Sunday, January 27, 2019. The Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes 92-87.

Defense nowhere to be found for Iowa basketball

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 27, 2019

MINNEAPOLIS – At certain times this season, the Iowa basketball team has regressed back to its 2017-18 ways. Sunday was one of those times. Defense, the Hawkeyes’ Achilles heel last season, was...

Iowa forward Tyler Cook #25 and Michigan State forward Kenny Goins #25 fight for the ball during a basketball game against Michigan State on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 82-67.

Beyond the Buzzer Podcast: Episode 4

Pete Ruden and Adam Hensley January 25, 2019

Pete Ruden and Adam Hensley are back to discuss what Iowa did well and what it didn't in its 82-67 loss to Michigan State on Thursday. Throughout the next week, be sure to tweet questions @TheDailyIowan,...

Iowa men’s basketball’s upset bid falls out of reach against Michigan State

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 24, 2019

The upset was there. No. 19 Iowa led No. 6 Michigan State by 8 points early in the second half, and Carver-Hawkeye was on its feet, as loud as its been all season. Then the Spartans (18-2) threw...

Iowa forward Luka Garza #55 throws up a shot during a basketball game against Michigan State on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 82-67. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Cook, Garza produce in the paint, but Hawkeyes fall short

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor January 24, 2019

When Iowa faced Michigan State on Dec. 3, things turned bad quick. The Spartans pounded the rock into the paint to the tune of 48 points, far better than the Hawkeyes’ 20. Nick Ward posted 26 points...

Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp attempts a shot during the Iowa/Illinois men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, January 20, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 95-71. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye basketball gets opportunity at statement win against Michigan State

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 24, 2019

Five-straight wins in Big Ten play? Check. Three victories over top-25 programs? Check. No. 19 Iowa basketball is trending up heading into the latter half of the schedule, but one thing is missing: a...

Iowa fans react during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on December 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 98-84.(Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan)

Limited student tickets remain for Iowa basketball’s “Swarm Carver” promotion

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 23, 2019

On Thursday, No. 19 Iowa basketball hosts No. 6 Michigan State for a 6 p.m. contest, and the program wants Carver-Hawkeye to be as packed as possible. The University of Iowa announced it would give...

Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp shoots a 3-point shot during the Iowa/Illinois men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, January 20, 2019.

Wieskamp shines early in freshman campaign

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor January 23, 2019

Joe Wieskamp is more than just a freshman with eight Big Ten games under his belt for Fran McCaffery’s Iowa squad. He’s so much more. Wieskamp can put the ball in the hoop from anywhere on the floor,...