A gutsy performance from Iowa nearly toppled No. 4 Iowa State in Ames, with the Hawkeyes battling until the final buzzer in a 66-62 loss. What stood out? Tavion Banks made a strong case as Iowa’s go-to second scorer, dropping 14 points in just 20 minutes. The team’s resilience was clear—they answered every Cyclone run and refused to fold, a big culture shift under Coach McCollum. Bennett Stirtz finally looked human, but maybe he just needs a breather. Despite the loss, this game could be a turning point for Iowa’s season. How do you see the Hawkeyes building from here? #Sports #IowaBasketball #CyHawk