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Junior forward Georges Niang attempts a free throw against Baylor on Feb. 25. The Bears took down the Cyclones 79-70. Niang had 14 points and made 6-of-6 free throws.

Numbers Never Lie: ISU strategists seek truth in analytics

Max Dible
March 4, 2015
Sophomore guard Naz Long dunks the ball during the ISU mens basketball game against Texas Tech on Feb. 7, 2015. The Cyclones defeated the Red Raiders 75-38.

Numbers on the side

Max Dible
March 4, 2015
Sophomore guard Monté Morris looks to pass the ball to junior forward Georges Niang during Iowa States matchup with Texas on Jan. 26. 

Cyclones erase 21-point deficit, avoid three-game skid

Max Dible
March 2, 2015
Junior forward Georges Niang dunks the ball during Iowa States game against West Virginia on Feb. 14. Niang finished 11 points and two assists, marking his 19th game in double-digit scoring helping. Iowa State won 79-59.

Cyclones seek turnaround against Sooners

Max Dible
March 2, 2015
Junior forward Georges Niang sets himself for a shot outside the 3-point line during Iowa States game against West Virginia on Feb. 14. Niang finished with 11 points and two assists, helping the Cyclones defeat the Mountaineers 79-59.

ISU players stand together in the face of losing streak

Max Dible
March 2, 2015
After scrambling for the ball, junior forward Georges Niang and Kansas States Nino Williams react to a call by the referees. Iowa State won the game 77-71.

Iowa State parting shots

Max Dible
February 28, 2015
After scrambling for the ball, junior forward Georges Niang and Kansas States Nino Williams react to a call by the referees. Iowa State won the game 77-71.

Iowa State slips at Kansas State, slides in the standings

Max Dible
February 28, 2015
Baylors Taurean Prince shoots a 3-pointer while Iowa States senior guard Bryce Dejean-Jones attempts to block the shot on Feb. 25. The No. 12 Cyclones fell to the No. 19 Bears, ending a 21-game home winning streak.

Baylor shoots its way to win at Hilton

Max Dible
February 25, 2015
Senior forward Georges Niang snags the ball on a pass during Iowa States game against West Virginia on Feb. 14, 2015. Niang had the opportunity to learn from NBA stars at the Nike Basketball Academy last weekend. 

Iowa State continues quest for regular-season title

Max Dible
February 25, 2015

Bears on the boards

Max Dible
February 25, 2015
Sophomore guard Matt Thomas shoots a buzzer-beating three-pointer during the first half against Iowa on Dec. 12 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Cyclones beat the Hawkeyes 90-75.

Texas fouls up as Iowa State earns victory through free throws

Max Dible
February 22, 2015

Free throws decide Iowa State’s fate at Texas

Max Dible
February 22, 2015

Iowa State leaves road woes behind

Max Dible
February 18, 2015
Junior guard Naz Long attempts a layup during Iowa States matchup with Texas Christian on Jan. 31. The Cyclones defeated the Horned Frogs 83-66.

Iowa State hangs onto hope in Big 12

Max Dible
February 18, 2015

Iowa State and Oklahoma State, now and then

Max Dible
February 18, 2015
Senior guard Bryce Dejean-Jones jumps for a basket during Iowa States game against West Virginia on Feb. 14. Dejean-Jones finished with 10 points and two assists, helping the Cyclones defeat the Mountaineers 79-59.

Iowa State’s starting lineup change to be tested in coming week

Max Dible
February 17, 2015
Sophomore guard Monté Morris celebrates after making a basket against Oklahoma State on Jan. 6, marking Iowa States first Big 12 conference win.

Iowa State crushes West Virginia in rematch

Max Dible
February 14, 2015
Sophomore guard Monté Morris attempts a shot at Kansas on Feb. 2. The Cyclones fell to the Jayhawks 89-76. Morris had 12 points and five rebounds for Iowa State.

Men’s basketball team is under pressure

Max Dible
February 13, 2015

As the world turns … over

Max Dible
February 13, 2015

Iowa State’s defensive downer

Max Dible
February 11, 2015
Redshirt junior Jameel McKay guards a KU player at Kansas on Feb. 2. The Cyclones fell to the Jayhawks 89-76. McKay had two blocks and one steal in the game.

Defensive struggles continue to haunt ISU men’s basketball

Max Dible
February 11, 2015
Sophomore guard Naz Long dunks the ball during the ISU mens basketball game against Texas Tech on Feb. 7, 2015. The Cyclones defeated the Red Raiders 75-38.

Iowa State comes down with a case of the Big Mondays

Max Dible
February 8, 2015

Tsalmpouris finds court time and fan praise against Texas Tech

Max Dible
February 7, 2015
Redshirt junior forward Jameel McKay dunks during the ISU mens basketball game against Texas Tech on Feb. 7, 2015. The Cyclones defeated the Red Raiders 75-38.

Hoiberg makes ‘big’ change, starts Jameel McKay

Max Dible
February 7, 2015

Iowa State suffers from slim bench in recent games

Max Dible
February 5, 2015
Redshirt junior Abdel Nader attempts a shot at Kansas on Feb. 2. The Cyclones fell to the Jayhawks 89-76. 

Iowa State reserves supplying little respite to starters in recent games

Max Dible
February 5, 2015
Senior forward Dustin Hogue goes up for a layup against Kansas on Feb. 2 in Lawrence, Kan. The Cyclones fell to the Jayhawks 89-76. Hogue had seven points for Iowa State.

Kansas sends Iowa State a message with double-digit win

Max Dible
February 2, 2015
Kansas Perry Ellis attempts to block junior forward Georges Niang during Iowa States game against Kansas on Jan. 17. The Cyclones defeated the Jayhawks 86-81. Niang had 15 points in the game.

Iowa State’s reputation can grow with a win versus Kansas

Max Dible
February 2, 2015

No trey, no trouble for Iowa State in previous two wins

Max Dible
January 31, 2015
Junior forward Georges Niang jumps for a layup during Iowa States matchup with Texas on Jan. 26. Niang scored 19 points with three assists, aiding in a 89-86 victory against the Longhorns.

Iowa State uses strong second-half performance to down TCU

Max Dible
January 31, 2015
Redshirt junior forward Jameel McKay passes the ball under the net during Iowa States matchup with Texas on Jan. 26. McKay scored 14 points with one assist, helping the Cyclones to an 89-86 victory against the Longhorns.

Iowa State dominates in a close victory

Max Dible
January 26, 2015
Senior forward Dustin Hogue dunks against Kansas on Jan. 17. The Cyclones defeated the Jayhawks 86-81.

Iowa State must rebound in more ways than one against Texas

Max Dible
January 26, 2015

Iowa State quick hit quotes

Max Dible
January 26, 2015

Iowa State missing its marks

Max Dible
January 25, 2015
Fred Hoibergs late-game coaching helped Iowa State hold off Kansas for a 77-71 victory on Jan. 20, 2015. 

Iowa State’s traveling blues continue against Texas Tech

Max Dible
January 25, 2015
Redshirt junior forward Jameel McKay dunks the ball during Iowa States matchup with Oklahoma State on Jan. 6. McKay scored five points, aiding to a 63-61 victory in Iowa States Big 12 conference opener.

Battle for Big 12 lead goes down to the wire

Max Dible
January 20, 2015

Inefficiency plagues Niang in Big 12 play

Max Dible
January 20, 2015
Sophomore guard Monté Morris goes up for a shot against Kansas on Jan. 17. The Cyclones defeated the Jayhawks 86-81.

Iowa State battles for Big 12 lead against Kansas State

Max Dible
January 20, 2015

Iowa State minimized but failed to eliminate common problems versus Kansas

Max Dible
January 18, 2015
Sophomore guard Monté Morris goes up for a layup against Kansas on Jan. 17. The Cyclones defeated the Jayhawks 86-81.

Iowa State topples Kansas in Big 12 showdown

Max Dible
January 18, 2015
Junior guard Naz Long moves the ball up the court during Iowa States matchup against Oklahoma State on Jan. 6. Long scored seven points with two assists, helping Iowa State to a 63-61 victory and its first Big 12 conference win.

Iowa State edged out by Baylor in first Big 12 loss

Max Dible
January 14, 2015
Redshirt junior forward Jameel McKay shoots the ball during Iowa States matchup with Oklahoma State on Jan. 6. McKay scored five points, helping the Cyclones to a 63-61 victory in the teams Big 12 conference opener.

Iowa State tackles another potent defense in Baylor

Max Dible
January 14, 2015

Lack of lineup continuity helps, hurts Iowa State

Max Dible
January 14, 2015

Nader steps up big on the road for the second time this season

Max Dible
January 11, 2015
Sophomore guard Monte Morris celebrates an Iowa turnover on Dec. 12 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Cyclones beat the Hawkeyes 90-75.

Iowa State ekes out second straight two-point win in Big 12

Max Dible
January 11, 2015
Senior forward Dustin Hogue shoots the ball from beyond the  three-point line during Iowa States matchup with the Drake Bulldogs on Dec. 20 at Wells Fargo Arena. Hogue scored 10 points with two assists, helping Iowa State defeat the Bulldogs during the Hy-Vee Big Four Classic with a final score of 83-54.

Iowa State grinds out win to open Big 12 play

Max Dible
January 6, 2015
Junior forward Georges Niang lays on the court after being fouled against Drake on Dec. 20. Niang scored nine points with one assist, helping Iowa State defeat the Drake Bulldogs during the Hy-Vee Big Four Classic with a final score of 83-54.

Iowa State attempts to pick itself up for Big 12 opener

Max Dible
January 6, 2015
The win against Mississippi Valley State on Dec. 31 was Fred Hoibergs 100th win as coach of the Cyclones.

Iowa State rolls into new year with Hoiberg’s 100th win

Max Dible
December 31, 2014
ISU mens basketball coach Fred Hoiberg looks down the court during the game against Georgia State on Nov. 17 in Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones defeated the Panthers 81-58.

Iowa State seeks milestone victory on New Year’s Eve

Max Dible
December 31, 2014
Redshirt junior forward Jameel McKay attempts a reverse between-the-legs dunk at the Hilton Madness dunk contest. The event, which took place in Hilton Coliseum on Oct. 18, filled the lower level with Cyclone basketball fans.

Iowa State shares the rock, rolls Drake in McKay’s debut

Max Dible
December 20, 2014
Redshirt junior Jameel McKay goes up for a dunk during the dunk contest at Hilton Madness on Oct. 18.

ISU players give a little to gain a lot as McKay goes live

Max Dible
December 19, 2014
Redshirt junior Jameel McKay dunks over a team manager during the dunk contest at Hilton Madness on Oct. 18.

McKay shifts from powerless to powerful as Division 1 debut approaches

Max Dible
December 18, 2014
Jameel McKay celebrates after a dunk by Abdel Nader against Kansas City on Dec. 9 at Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones beat the Kangaroos 73-56. McKay will be eligible to play Dec. 20.

McKay meets his only familiar foe in first ISU game

Max Dible
December 18, 2014
Senior guard Bryce Dejean-Jones goes up for a contested layup after returning from a one game suspension. Dejean-Jones had 18 points and six rebounds in Iowa States 88-78 victory over Southern University on Dec. 14. 

Bryce Dejean-Jones speaks following suspension

Max Dible
December 14, 2014
Georges Niang celebrates after connecting on a 3-pointer. Niang shot 1-of-2 from beyond the arc and recorded 18 points in Iowa States 88-78 victory against Southern University on Dec. 14. 

Iowa State starts slow, finishes strong in win versus Southern

Max Dible
December 14, 2014

Nader makes impact in Cy-Hawk Series

Max Dible
December 13, 2014
Junior forward Georges Niang smiles to the bench against Iowa on Dec. 12 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Cyclones beat the Hawkeyes 90-75. Niang finished the game with 14 points.

Iowa State seals Cy-Hawk win with a kiss

Max Dible
December 12, 2014
Senior guard Bryce Dejean-Jones takes in the crowd at Hilton Madness. The event, which took place in Hilton Coliseum on Oct. 18, filled the lower level with Cyclone basketball fans.

Iowa State loses Dejean-Jones for rival game

Max Dible
December 12, 2014

Does Iowa State have anywhere to turn?

Max Dible
December 12, 2014
Senior forward Bryce Dejean-Jones shoots a three-pointer against Kansas City on Dec. 9 at Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones beat the Kangaroos 73-56. Dejean-Jones went 9-for-12 from the field and lead the team with 22 points.

Dejean-Jones out for game against Iowa

Max Dible
December 11, 2014
Senior guard Bryce Dejean-Jones runs the ball down the court during the game against Georgia State on Nov. 17 in Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones defeated the Panthers 81-58.

Neighbor details Dejean-Jones’ behavior that led to arrest

Max Dible
December 11, 2014
Senior forward Bryce Dejean-Jones gets a defensive board against Arkansas on Dec. 4 at Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones defeated the Razorbacks 95-77 on Dec. 4 at Hilton Coliseum. Dejean-Jones had six defensive rebounds in addition to leading the Cyclones in scoring with 27 points.

Iowa State comes down with case of Dejean-Vu

Max Dible
December 11, 2014

Iowa State stays perfect at home with blowout win versus UMKC

Max Dible
December 9, 2014
As a sophomore, Morris played five minutes more per game than as a freshman. He also upped his scoring average by five compared to the previous season.

Iowa State stays nearsighted, focuses in on UMKC

Max Dible
December 9, 2014
Senior outside hitter Victoria Hurtt leaps up to spike the ball past the waiting TCU defenders. Iowa State won this Nov. 15 match 3-2 against TCU after five close sets.

Iowa State sends off two seniors as season ends

Max Dible
December 8, 2014
Senior outside hitter Victoria Hurtt is blocked by an Illinois player during the second round of the NCAA tournament in Champaign, Ill., on Dec. 6. The Cyclones fell to the Fighting Illini 3-0. 

Iowa State’s NCAA hopes swept away by Illinois

Max Dible
December 8, 2014
Bryce Dejean-Jones goes up for a shot against No. 18 Arkansas at Hilton Coliseum on Dec. 4. The No. 20 Cyclones defeated the Razorbacks with a final score of 95-77. Dejean-Jones led the Cyclones with 27 points and went 8-for-8 from the field. 

Iowa State downs No. 18 Arkansas for early signature win

Max Dible
December 5, 2014
Students line-up outside of Hilton Coliseum to wait for the Dec. 4 game against the Arkansas Razorbacks.

ESPN College Gameday causes student ticket changes in Ames

Max Dible
December 5, 2014

Bryce Dejean-Jones explodes in ISU win over first ranked opponent

Max Dible
December 4, 2014
Senior guard Bryce Dejean-Jones attempts a dunk after breaking away from Lamar defenders. Iowa State defeated Lamar on Dec. 2 with a final score of 96-59.

ISU basketball stumbles early, finishes strong

Max Dible
December 2, 2014

Iowa State to increase student-athlete scholarships

Max Dible
December 2, 2014
Junior forward Georges Niang attempts a 3-pointer during the CBE Hall of Fame Classic Championship against Maryland on Nov. 25 at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo. The Cyclones couldnt rally against the Terrapins and fell 72-63. Niang had 10 points for the Cyclones.

Iowa State uses wake-up call from Maryland to prepare for Lamar

Max Dible
December 2, 2014
Junior guard Naz Long lines up for a 3-pointer during the game against Georiga State on Nov. 17 in Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones defeated the Panthers 81-58. Long had 17 points for the Cyclones.

Monte Morris shares the wealth

Max Dible
December 2, 2014
Senior guard Bryce Dejean-Jones goes to tip the ball into the basket during the CBE Hall of Fame semifinal against Alabama at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo., on Nov. 24. The Cyclones defeated the Crimson Tide 84-74. Dejean-Jones had seven points and four rebounds for Iowa State.

Iowa State struggles offensively, drops first game

Max Dible
November 25, 2014
Sophomore guard Matt Thomas attempts a basket during the CBE Hall of Fame semifinal against Alabama at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo., on Nov. 24. The Cyclones defeated the Crimson Tide 84-74. Thomas had 13 points, two assists and eight rebounds for Iowa State.

Matt Thomas plays big role in season debut

Max Dible
November 24, 2014
Redshirt junior forward Abdel Nader soars through the air before crushing his first dunk at the Hilton Madness dunk contest. The event, which took place in Hilton Coliseum on Oct. 18, filled the lower level with Cyclone basketball fans.

Thomas, Nader reinstated to ISU ranks

Max Dible
November 20, 2014

ISU basketball rounds out roster as suspensions are lifted

Max Dible
November 20, 2014
Sophomore guard Monte Morris attempts a 3-pointer during the game against Georgia State on Nov. 17 in Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones defeated the Panthers 81-58. Morris was 2-for-3 from the 3-point line and led the Cyclones with 19 points for the night.

Monte Morris sports career night in blowout win

Max Dible
November 18, 2014
Senior forward Dustin Hogue attempts a shot on Georgia States Markus Crider during the game on Nov. 17 in Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones defeated the Panthers 81-58. Hogue had 15 points for the Cyclones.

Iowa State tussles with Georgia State for second win

Max Dible
November 17, 2014
Redshirt sophomore outside hitter Morgan Kuhrt hangs in the air for a second before smashing the ball down towards the Kansas State defense on Nov. 5 at Hilton Coliseum. Iowa State defeated Kansas State in three close sets.

Iowa State wins fourth conference match in a row

Max Dible
November 15, 2014

Iowa State opens season with win over Oakland 93-82

Max Dible
November 14, 2014
Junior guard Naz Long runs the ball against Viterbo on Nov. 7 at Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones defeated the V-Hawks in exhibition play 115-48. Long had 17 points in 16 minutes of play.

ISU men’s basketball opens season amid high expectations

Max Dible
November 14, 2014
Sophomore guard Monte Morris jumps after an out of bounds ball against Viterbo on Nov. 7 at Hilton Colseum. The Cyclones defeated the V-Hawks in exhibition play 115-48.

ISU’s Morris readies for rematch with familiar point guard foe

Max Dible
November 14, 2014
Junior libero Caitlin Nolan saves a wild ball and continues the point for Iowa State. Iowa State defeated Kansas State in three close sets and showcased a new offensive strategy that yielded fantastic results according to coach Christy Johnson-Lynch. 

Switching gears gives ISU volleyball new life

Max Dible
November 14, 2014
The ISU volleyball team high-fives sophomore outside hitter Ciara Capezio during the Kansas State Wildcats. Iowa State won all three sets against Kansas State on Nov. 5 at Hilton Coliseum with final scores of 25-23, 25-23 and 25-22.

Iowa State looks to continue perfection amid resurgence

Max Dible
November 14, 2014

Hoiberg signs Williams out of City College for 2015-16 season

Max Dible
November 12, 2014
Fred Hoiberg and his players showed support for the ISU football team at the home game against Baylor in 2014. 

Gameday causes change in ISU student ticket policy for Kansas

Max Dible
November 12, 2014

Conaway emerges as statistical, emotional leader

Max Dible
November 11, 2014
Freshman outside hitter and middle blocker Alexis Conaway spikes the ball past the Kansas State Wildcats. The ISU volleyball team won all three sets against Kansas State on Nov. 5 at Hilton Coliseum. The final scores were 25-23, 25-23 and 25-22.

Freshman Alexis Conaway is perfect mix of humble, hungry and high-flying

Max Dible
November 11, 2014

ISU volleyball continues to be bolstered by system change

Max Dible
November 8, 2014

Stensland caps off crazy exhibition bout at Hilton

Max Dible
November 7, 2014
Junior guard Naz Long runs the ball against Viterbo on Nov. 7 at Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones defeated the V-Hawks in exhibition play 115-48. Long had 17 points in 16 minutes of play.

Iowa State quashes nerves in exhibition routing of Viterbo

Max Dible
November 7, 2014

One More Shot

Max Dible
November 6, 2014
Redshirt sophomore outside hitter Morgan Kuhrt hangs in the air for a second before smashing the ball down towards the Kansas State defense on Nov. 5 at Hilton Coliseum. Iowa State defeated Kansas State in three close sets.

Iowa State changes its scheme, then its fortunes

Max Dible
November 6, 2014

Notebook: Deja vu and a switcheroo highlight Iowa State volleyball’s loss to Texas

Max Dible
November 4, 2014
Head coach Christy Johnson-Lynch looks on as Iowa State loses a set in their game against Oklahoma on Oct. 12 at Hilton Coliseum.

ISU volleyball coach Johnson-Lynch to serve as President of AVCA

Max Dible
October 31, 2014
Sophomore Georges Niang fights his way through two West Virginia players on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014. Niang had 24 points in 39 minutes for Iowa State. The No. 15 Cyclones defeated the Mountaineers 83-66.

Iowa State slotted at 14 in AP preseason rankings

Max Dible
October 31, 2014

Iowa State gets another shot at highly touted Texas

Max Dible
October 31, 2014
Junior right side hitter Mackenzie Bigbee gets blocked by Kansas outside hitter Tiana Dockery (left) and middle blocker Tayler Soucie (right) on Oct. 22.

Another match, another ranked opponent

Max Dible
October 31, 2014
Junior libero Caitlin Nolan digs the ball against Kansas on Oct. 22. Nolan broke the ISU record and tied the NCAA record for digs in a match when she posted 43 digs. 

Caitlin Nolan digs her new job as ISU libero

Max Dible
October 30, 2014
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