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Iowa State basketball prepares for season amid Tamin Lipsey uncertainty

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 5:59 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Iowa State basketball prepares for season amid Tamin Lipsey uncertainty

Summary

Iowa State men’s basketball held media day on October 12 in Ames, ahead of their season opener on November 2 against Memphis. The team faced significant offseason losses, including Milan Momcilovic, who transferred, and graduates Joshua Jefferson and Nate Heise. Tamin Lipsey's status remains uncertain as he is currently eligible due to a court injunction, but the NCAA is appealing this decision. Head coach TJ Otzelberger emphasized the importance of being prepared for both scenarios regarding Lipsey's availability for the season.

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•Iowa State held media day on October 12.
•Cyclones lost three players during the offseason.
•Tamin Lipsey's eligibility is under NCAA appeal.
•The team opens the season against Memphis on November 2.
•Coach TJ Otzelberger is planning for both scenarios regarding Lipsey.

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5:59 AMYahoo Sports — From media day – Iowa State men’s basketball is preparing to move on with or without Tamin Lipsey

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SIOUX CITY, IA (KCAU) – Iowa State men’s basketball held media day in Ames on Monday. That means the return of Tamin Lipsey. This offseason, the Cyclones lost Milan Momcilovic to the transfer portal as well as Joshua Jefferson and Nate Heise to graduation. Lipsey was thought to also be in the mix. As of […]
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