Nate Heise expects parents to wake up to "fun texts" after his 3-pointer boosts No. 6 ISU past No. 2 Houston

[The Rob Gray]

Nate Heise expects parents to wake up to "fun texts" after his 3-pointer boosts No. 6 ISU past No. 2 Houston - Cyclone Fanatic

Iowa State Cyclones guard Nate Heise (0) celebrates with fans after winning 70-67 over Houston in the Big-12 men’s basketball game at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 16, 2026, in Ames, Iowa. © Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images AMES — It’s often said nothing good...

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[twincyties]

This Heise story is getting a ton of play on ESPN right now. Great to see. Such a cool story and what a time for their family.

 

[tim_redd]

Poor Nate, his college career is winding down and his entire family abandoned him to watch his sister.

 

[NWICY]

Nate Heise expects parents to wake up to "fun texts" after his 3-pointer boosts No. 6 ISU past No. 2 Houston - Cyclone Fanatic

Iowa State Cyclones guard Nate Heise (0) celebrates with fans after winning 70-67 over Houston in the Big-12 men’s basketball game at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 16, 2026, in Ames, Iowa. © Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images AMES — It’s often said nothing good...

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Thanks Rob I always enjoy your writing.

 

[NWICY]

Poor Nate, his college career is winding down and his entire family abandoned him to watch his sister.

Nice thing is they'll be back in time for March Madness.

 

[clone4life82]

Heise was the difference in that game. His defense, rebounding and clutch shots were the reason the clones won.

 

[iseedit]

If Nate would have been alive 150 years ago, he would have been the fastest draw in the west! That corner 3....I didn't even think he touched the ball.

 

[Cyclonepride]

Man, 15 top 10 wins in the TJ era, that is something. For a lot of programs, a top 10 win every couple years is an amazing feat, so we're incredibly blessed. Great coaches, great players, great fan support.

 

[Tailg8er]

If Nate would have been alive 150 years ago, he would have been the fastest draw in the west! That corner 3....I didn't even think he touched the ball.

Yep, I love how quick his release is, and glad he's started making more of those. Could definitely help in March.

 

[Cycsk]

It is crazy to hear TJ talk so glowingly about Heise, not just for last night, but for the rest of the season.

 

[bellzisu]

I would rather be in Hilton Saturday and last night then some country like Italy. Way more important games going on...

 

[madguy30]

If Nate would have been alive 150 years ago, he would have been the fastest draw in the west! That corner 3....I didn't even think he touched the ball.

The pass from JJ was about as perfect as it gets. Looked like it had a soft touch too while still being direct.

 

[mwwbbfan]

The pass from JJ was about as perfect as it gets. Looked like it had a soft touch too while still being direct.

 

[fsanford]

Poor Nate, his college career is winding down and his entire family abandoned him to watch his sister.

GO figure ;-)

 

[Cyfan1965]