Iowa State Upsets Kansas in Rematch

Cyclones bounce back from prior loss with big win over Jayhawks

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball team defeated the Kansas Jayhawks in a rematch at Hilton Coliseum on February 14th. This was a significant win for the Cyclones, who were looking to bounce back after a previous loss against TCU.

Why it matters

The Cyclones' victory over the highly ranked Jayhawks is an important result that could impact the Big 12 conference standings and tournament seeding. Iowa State is looking to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season.

The details

Iowa State freshman Jamarion Batemon said the team "made a statement" with the win, especially coming off the prior loss. The Cyclones were able to defeat the Jayhawks, a perennial Big 12 powerhouse, on their home court in Ames.

  • The game was played on February 14, 2026.

The players

TJ Otzelberger

The head coach of the Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball team.

Jamarion Batemon

A freshman player for the Iowa State Cyclones.

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What they’re saying

“I'd definitely say we made a statement, especially coming off the loss against TCU.”

— Jamarion Batemon, Cyclones Freshman Player

The takeaway

The Cyclones' victory over the highly ranked Jayhawks is an important result that could boost their confidence and standing in the Big 12 conference as they look to make a push towards the postseason.