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The Daily Iowan

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 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...

Iowa forward Tyler Cook drives to the net during a men's basketball matchup between Ohio State and Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, January 12, 2019.

Hawkeyes prepare for Illinois, Cook’s return

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor January 17, 2019

Fran McCaffery’s squad is riding its first four-game Big Ten winning streak since the 2016-17 season, so it’s coming back to Carver-Hawkeye with momentum. After pulling off an 89-82 victory at Penn...

Joe Wieskamp and Luka Garza block a shot by Penn State's Lamar Stevens. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 89-82.

Hawkeyes avoid upset, beat Nittany Lions on the road

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor January 16, 2019

It took Iowa a little while to get hot against Penn State on Wednesday, but when it did, it was impressive and entertaining. The Nittany Lions got out to a quick 8-0 lead in the first 1:15, but the...

Iowa forward Tyler Cook (25) dribbles the ball during the men's basketball game against Western Carolina at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, December 18, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Catamounts 78-60.

Cook a question mark as Iowa travels to Penn State

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 16, 2019

Playing on the road, especially in the Big Ten, hasn’t been kind to Iowa basketball — at least up until Jan. 9, when Iowa toppled Northwestern, 73-63. That game marked the first time in eight tries...

Trainers tend to Iowa forward Tyler Cook during a men's basketball matchup between Ohio State and Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, January 12, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 72-62.

Iowa in need of increased production after Cook injury

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor January 14, 2019

Tyler Cook has been Iowa basketball’s leading scorer for the past two seasons, ever since he took on the leadership role following Peter Jok’s departure in 2017. With career-highs in points, rebounds,...

Iowa forward Tyler Cook blocks a layup during a men's basketball matchup between Ohio State and Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 72-62.

Men’s basketball upsets Ohio State thanks to big-time defense

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 13, 2019

The Buckeyes cruised to a 10-point win in Carver while shooting 53 percent from the floor, and then the Hawkeyes fell apart in Columbus, allowing Ohio State to shoot 52.7 percent in an 18-point loss. On...

Iowa forward Luka Garza drives to the net during a men's basketball matchup between Ohio State and Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, January 12, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 72-62.

Iowa basketball upsets No. 12 Ohio State with defense and second-half offense

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 12, 2019

Iowa shot just 35.7 percent and turned the ball over nine times in the first half against No. 16 Ohio State. Good thing there are two halves in basketball. The Hawkeyes came out with a renowned sense...

Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp dribbles the ball during Iowa's game against Nebraska at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, January 6, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 93-84.

Men’s basketball takes down Northwestern in road victory

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 9, 2019

The road troubles that plague the Iowa men's basketball team seemingly disappeared on Wednesday, as the Hawkeyes took down Northwestern, 73-63, in Evanston, Illinois. Tyler Cook, Iowa's leading scorer,...