SHOCKING: The Big 12 Has So Much DEPTH, ISU Will STRUGGLE To Keep Up If They Don’t Play Their Best

Iowa State Cyclones surge into the national spotlight after back-to-back wins, but can they conquer the grueling Big 12 gauntlet? Nick Marovets argues Iowa State—led by the high-scoring trio of Tamin Lipsey, Milan Momcilovic, and Joshua Jefferson—is among the top 10 teams in the country, yet faces relentless challenges against elite programs like Arizona, BYU, Houston, Kansas, and Texas Tech. Key topics include the Cyclones’ versatile offensive strategies, defensive adaptability, and roster continuity fueling their success. Nick Marovets dissects how Iowa State matches up against college basketball powerhouses, analyzes the impact of hostile environments such as BYU’s home court,