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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 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 23, 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 22, 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,...

Iowa guard Isaiah Moss attempts a layup 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.

Moss’ hot hand fueling Iowa hoop’s fire

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 21, 2019

On Sunday, everything was falling for Isaiah Moss. The junior scored a season-high 21 points, and he drained five of his six 3-point attempts in No. 19 Iowa’s 95-71 win over Illinois. “It feels...

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.

Wieskamp named Big Ten Freshman of the Week

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor January 21, 2019

Iowa forward Joe Wieskamp earned Big Ten Freshman of the Week honors, the conference announced Monday. Wieskamp led the Hawkeyes to wins over Penn State and Illinois over the past week, but it was his...

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. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 95-71.

Wieskamp, Moss lead 3-point shootout for Hawkeyes

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor January 20, 2019

At halftime of Iowa’s 95-71 win over Illinois on Sunday, there was a 3-point shooting contest. At the under-12 timeout, a student drained a buzzer-beating halfcourt shot. It was only right that the 3-point...

Iowa forward Tyler Cook dunks during the Iowa/Illinois men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, January 20, 2019.

Iowa basketball runs Illinois out of Carver, wins fifth game in a row

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 20, 2019

Thanks to a 3-point explosion and stellar defense, No. 23 Iowa took down Illinois, 95-71, on Sunday in Carver. The Hawkeyes drained 15 of their 21 3-point attempts, running the Illini out of the gym...

Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon celebrates after Iowa's game against Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on December 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 98-84.

Beyond the Buzzer Podcast: Episode 3

Pete Ruden and Adam Hensley January 18, 2019

Beyond the Buzzer is back. This time around, Adam Hensley and Pete Ruden discuss Jordan Bohannon's clutch 3-pointer to top Penn State, along with how important Ryan Kriener and Nicholas Baer have been...