Iowa Men’s Basketball Transfer Portal: Full List Of Players Joining and Leaving Ben McCollum’s Squad Ft. Andrew McKeever
Here's the complete list of all the players leaving and joining Ben McCollum's roster at Iowa during the transfer portal window.
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Blazers rumors: Iowa’s Ben McCollum on radar amid notoriously cheap head coaching search
The Portland Trail Blazers are heading into their first-round playoff matchup against the San Antonio Spurs with a cloud of uncertainty hanging over their coaching staff, specifically regarding rumors that Iowa’s Ben McCollum is on the radar amidst a notoriously cheap head coaching search. While the team celebrated a 114-110 Play-In victory over the Phoenix […] The post Blazers rumors: Iowa’s Ben McCollum on radar amid notoriously cheap head coaching search appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Iowa Basketball Transfer Portal: Top 3 Players Ben McCollum Should Target Right Now
Iowa was not as hard-hit in the transfer portal. Which players should they target in the transfer portal?
Why Ben McCollum and Scott Drew spurned UNC basketball
North Carolina has hired Michael Malone as its new head coach, but they were turned down by plenty of established college coaches during their search.
North Carolina basketball rumors: Ben McCollum withdrew from coaching search before Michael Malone hire
With the news of the North Carolina basketball team hiring Michael Malone to be its next head coach, there is no doubt shock from the sports world, as more reporting is coming out in the fallout of the news. As many rumors surround the North Carolina basketball team, the latest news shows Ben McCollum being […] The post North Carolina basketball rumors: Ben McCollum withdrew from coaching search before Michael Malone hire appeared first on ClutchPoints.
‘Cover your ears’ – March Madness clash plunged into chaos as technical malfunction in arena causes long delay
MARCH MADNESS was plunged into chaos during Saturday night’s showdown between Iowa and Illinois. The iconic NCAA tournament is almost at its pinnacle after a stunning Elite Eight round that…
Iowa Hawkeyes most to blame for Elite Eight loss to Illinois
The Iowa basketball team ended a fantastic season on Saturday by losing in the Elite Eight to Illinois. Iowa bowed in a 71-59 game to their Big Ten rival. It was tough to stomach for Iowa fans, who saw the no. 9 seed Hawkeyes go on a fabulous March Madness run. Even though Iowa wasn’t […] The post Iowa Hawkeyes most to blame for Elite Eight loss to Illinois appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Iowa Coach Ben McCollum Calls His Player’s Story ‘Ridiculous’
The dream run finally came to an end for Iowa on the doorstep of the Final Four. The Hawkeyes suffered a crushing defeat against Illinois. While the road to the national championship may have ended for many players, Bennett Stirtz is now looking toward a possible NBA future. The point guard led the ...
Bennett Stirtz sends pitch to recruits after Iowa’s loss to Illinois
March Madness came close to watching Iowa Basketball snap a 46-year drought Saturday. Illinois’ 71-59 romp prevented a trip to Indianapolis for the Hawkeyes and denied a Final Four return. But that didn’t stop Bennett Stirtz from dropping a message. This one going out to recruits seeking a future college basketball home. Stirtz leaves Iowa […] The post Bennett Stirtz sends pitch to recruits after Iowa’s loss to Illinois appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Iowa’s Ben McCollum drops blunt take on officiating frustrations
Ben McCollum didn’t come to Houston’s postgame podium looking for sympathy. After No. 9 Iowa fell to No. 3 Illinois 71-59 in the South Regional Final on Saturday, losing a shot at the program’s first Final Four in over two decades, McCollum delivered the kind of blunt, unfiltered honesty that has defined his short but […] The post Iowa’s Ben McCollum drops blunt take on officiating frustrations appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ben McCollum credits 2025-26 Iowa team for setting ‘foundation’ for future March Madness success
Iowa basketball ignited a surprise March Madness run in season one of Ben McCollum. The new Hawkeyes head coach nearly ended a 46-year Final Four drought in the end. Iowa unfortunately fell 71-59 to Big Ten rival Illinois Saturday, but left McCollum optimistic. The Hawkeyes head coach addressed the loss and program’s future with reporters […] The post Ben McCollum credits 2025-26 Iowa team for setting ‘foundation’ for future March Madness success appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Iowa HC Ben McCollum Sends Strong Message After Elimination
The Iowa Hawkeyes and head coach Ben McCollum were one of the best stories of the NCAA Tournament this season.Despite entering March Madness as a No. 9 seed, Iowa was able to make a run to the Elite Eight. Unfortunately, on Saturday evening, the Hawkeyes were eliminated from the tournament by the No. 3 seeded […] The post Iowa HC Ben McCollum Sends Strong Message After Elimination appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Iowa’s Cinderella run ends in bittersweet Elite 8 disappointment
The No. 9-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes were the lowest remaining seed in the NCAA Tournament heading into the Elite Eight. Unfortunately, the program’s Cinderella story came to an end on Saturday after suffering a 71-59 loss to the Illinois Fighting Illini. It was a close game throughout, as Iowa actually had the lead at half. However, […] The post Iowa’s Cinderella run ends in bittersweet Elite 8 disappointment appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Connor McCaffery’s Reported Disappointment Emerges Amid Iowa’s March Madness Run
Connor McCaffery told Dave Portnoy he's disappointed over praise for Iowa's new coach Ben McCollum, who replaced his father Fran after 15 seasons.
Iowa HC Ben McCollum Admits Modern Players Force ‘Old School’ Coaching Changes Amid Elite 8 Run
Iowa head coach Ben McCollum admits modern players forced him to adapt his old-school coaching style amid Elite Eight run.
Iowa HC Ben McCollum responds to ‘Cinderella’ narrative after latest March Madness upset
Cinderella stories in March Madness often go to squads at the mid-major level. Ben McCollum believes the same can be the case for his Iowa Hawkeyes squad after win over Nebraska in the Sweet 16 of the 2026 NCAA Tournament on Thursday night. McCollum is enjoying an incredible campaign throughout his first year as the […] The post Iowa HC Ben McCollum responds to ‘Cinderella’ narrative after latest March Madness upset appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bennett Stirtz reveals heated Ben McCollum moment that inspired Iowa’s comeback vs. Nebraska
Iowa danced its way to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament after shocking Nebraska, 77-71, in a nail-biting affair at Toyota Center on Thursday. The No. 9 Hawkeyes took advantage of the costly blunder of the No. 4 Cornhuskers with less than a minute left to seal the win and advance to the Elite […] The post Bennett Stirtz reveals heated Ben McCollum moment that inspired Iowa’s comeback vs. Nebraska appeared first on ClutchPoints.
College Basketball World Reacts to Ben McCollum Leading Iowa’s Stunning Run to Elite Eight: ‘THIS IS ****** MARCH’
After Iowa bounced Nebraska from the NCAA Men's Tournament, the college basketball world was impressed with Hawkeyes coach Ben McCollum.
Iowa star Bennett Stirtz shares incredible message after Sweet 16 win vs. Nebraska
Iowa basketball star Bennett Stirtz and head coach Ben McCollum have taken a one-of-a-kind path to the Elite Eight, and they have stayed together every step of the way. From Division II powerhouse Northwest Missouri State to the Big Ten, this celebrated duo and the entire Hawkeyes program are now just one win away from […] The post Iowa star Bennett Stirtz shares incredible message after Sweet 16 win vs. Nebraska appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Nebraska vs. Iowa prediction, odds, pick for March Madness Sweet 16
Nebraska (28-6) and Iowa (23-12) meet for the third time in the 2025-2026 season in March Madness, setting the table for a high-pressure grudge match. Both teams enter the trilogy off two of the most exciting games of the tournament to date. Nebraska faces its Midwest rival after narrowly escaping with a 74-72 win over […] The post Nebraska vs. Iowa prediction, odds, pick for March Madness Sweet 16 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Who is Ben McCollum? Meet first year Iowa coach that has Hawkeyes in first Elite 8 since 1987 – sportingnews.com
Who is Ben McCollum? Meet first year Iowa coach that has Hawkeyes in first Elite 8 since 1987 sportingnews.com
Ben McCollum Warns Iowa Players They’re ‘Not Allowed’ to Discuss Florida Upset: Don’t ‘Drink the Poison’
Meta: Iowa head coach Ben McCollum bans talk of the Florida upset so his team avoids a Sweet 16 distraction against rival Nebraska.
March Madness Handshake Snub Turns Heads Minutes After Massive Upset
Things got heated after one of the biggest upsets in March Madness. Find out more on tempers flaring after Iowa's upset over Florida. The post March Madness Handshake Snub Turns Heads Minutes After Massive Upset appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Iowa’s Ben McCollum admits Alvaro Folgueiras’ game-winner vs. Florida went off script
There will be a new national champion after Iowa knocked out Florida in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday in dramatic fashion. Alvaro Folgueiras buried the game-winning three-pointer for the No. 9 Hawkeyes from the right corner with 3.9 seconds left to eliminate the top-seeded defending champions, 73-72. The Gators still had […] The post Iowa’s Ben McCollum admits Alvaro Folgueiras’ game-winner vs. Florida went off script appeared first on ClutchPoints.