No. 7 Iowa State is moving onto the semifinals of the Big 12 Tournament following a 75-53 win against No. 16 Texas Tech.

Watch everything T.J. Otzelberger, Joshua Jefferson, Tamin Lipsey, Milan Momcilovic, Nate Heise, Jamarion Batemon, Killyan Toure and Cade Kelderman said after the game. https://cyclonefanatic.com/2026/03/...yclone-players-following-win-over-texas-tech/

For five minutes, Iowa State's game against Texas Tech looked like déjà vu to their matchup on Feb. 28.

That was until ISU flipped the script with defense and All-American performances by Joshua Jefferson and Tamin Lipsey.

Jake Brend reports following Iowa State's win in KC.

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Great win yesterday after a bit of a struggle out the gates. Now that we’re entering crunch time, I’d really like to see Batemon getting even more minutes or starting over Toure.

Toure has had more minutes than Batemon in every game this year, until the Utah game. Since then, Batemon has roughly 57% to 42% of the minutes between the two. That ratio needs to be more weighted to Batemon (maybe either Batemon starting).

The charts below show, since early Feb, Toure’s influence on the total score has been trending down and net negative since mid February (dotted line is running 5-game average) while Batemon’s has been trending up with more minutes.

I understand valuing Toure’s on-ball D. But that prioritization is not influencing an overall positive outcome right now. I believe O is more important come March and Batemon’s shooting provides spacing on the floor for more efficient half court offense, while still being able to force turnovers on the defensive end. I’m hesitant but willing to say it, I think I’d move Lipsey to the point and start Batemon over Toure.

No charity points,
Nothing to make them feel good,
**** that.
- TJ Otzelberger (broadcast huddle-look in)

BUILD THE STATUE AND PUT THAT ON THE PLAQUE JAMIE!

Anyone ordered Haliburton’s shoes?

Chris Williams and Jake Brend react to Iowa State’s big win over Texas Tech, courtesy of Karl Auto Group.

Enjoy!

My son is going down to watch some spring training over spring break with some other family members. He's a Royals fan. They are going to surprise and Goodyear stadiums. Does anybody have any tips or tricks or things they should look to do while down there?

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11TH 11:30 A.M. CST
T-Mobile Center / Kansas City, MO


TV: ESPN
Talent: Dan Shulman, pxp Jay Bilas, analyst Kris Budden, reporter

Radio: Cyclone Radio Network (Varsity Network)
CRN Talent: John Walters (pxp); Eric Heft (analyst)

Looking to sign up for MLB season package. Want to watch Cubs games and live out of market, so Marquee is not an option, In the past I purchased MLB package on Prime platform for around $30/month.

ESPN purchased rights to MLB package over the off-season and it looks like buying MLB package on Prime platform is no longer an option. In searching online, it appears for 2026, MLB package can only be purchased through ESPN and I have to also purchase ESPN Unlimited package at $29.99/month.

Does anyone know if MLB Package can be purchased stand alone. I currently have ESPN Unlimited but was planning on dropping at end of March. Will be be pi$$ed at MLB if they require customers to buy ESPN subscription to watch MLB games. Might be listening to Pat & Ron to get my Cubs fix.

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Jake Brend previews Iowa State vs Arizona State in the Big 12 Tournament, Tamin Lipsey and Jamarion Batemon share their thoughts on the glass floor, T.J. Otzelberger talks about JR Blount's head coaching opportunity. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios.
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Pretty safe play that ISU is the 5 seed? Looking to take my two oldest out of school Wednesday for 11:30 game and want to confirm (ensure I’m not missing something).

Go State and thanks in advance!!!

Impressive Class!

Which team do you want to play as our first game in KC? I think we match up better vs. ASU, Baylor's athleticism scares me.

Conf. Tourney. Matchups:

Open Letter to The Beat Reporters

"Hilton South" is a well-established nickname for the T-Mobile Center. I have never heard it called "Phog Allen East" until this year (and only in a few articles this week). However, it crossed a line when I heard The Beat Reporters podcast casually calling it "Phog Allen East." That is unacceptable. I expect some lazy writer using AI to use the term, but I have higher expectations of our podcasters. In other words, don't defile the magic of Hilton South by letting a Big 12 wannabe team's knock-off version of our concept come out of your mouths.

I'm talking to you @JakeBrend @The Rob Gray and Ben Hutchens [I cant find Ben's username]

Been attending the Big 12 tourney in KC for 25+ years (skipped Dallas and OKC). The vibe this year seems down for ISU fans. Ticket board seems awfully quiet.

What gives? Economy? No trust in our play?

Weather should be OK. Looks like rain will stay away.

LFG!!

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Id go with asu. Recently scouted, recently played, recently pummeled. Baylor has better players.

Set to play Michigan next season.

Chris Williams reacts to No. 7 Iowa State blowing out Arizona State to kick off their stint in Kansas City, courtesy of Karl Auto Group.

Enjoy!

Dylan Coon and Nigel Dyson break down Iowa State’s Senior Day win over Arizona State and look ahead to the rematch in Kansas City in the Big 12 Tournament. The guys also discuss Big 12 end-of-season awards and potential seeding in the NCAA Tournament.

I have not listened yet but just popped up on YouTube.

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