Iowa State Looks to Bounce Back Against Utah

Cyclones face Utes in Big 12 regular season matchup

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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The Iowa State men's basketball team will look to rebound from a recent loss as they take on the Utah Utes in a Big 12 Conference matchup on Tuesday, February 24th. The Cyclones, currently 23-4 overall and 10-4 in conference play, are coming off a defeat against BYU, while the struggling Utes sit at 10-17 on the season and 2-12 in the Big 12.

Why it matters

This game represents an opportunity for Iowa State to get back on track in conference play and maintain their position near the top of the Big 12 standings. For Utah, it's a chance to potentially pull off an upset against one of the conference's top teams.

The details

Iowa State will be looking to bounce back after their loss to BYU on February 21st. The Cyclones have had a strong season overall, but have faced a tough conference slate. Meanwhile, Utah has struggled mightily in Big 12 play, with a 2-12 record in conference games. Despite Utah's poor record, Iowa State will need to bring their A-game to avoid an upset on the road.

  • The game will take place on Tuesday, February 24th.
  • Iowa State most recently played on February 21st, losing to BYU.
  • Utah last played on February 21st, falling to UCF.

The players

Iowa State Cyclones

The Iowa State men's basketball team, currently 23-4 overall and 10-4 in Big 12 Conference play.

Utah Utes

The Utah men's basketball team, currently 10-17 overall and 2-12 in Big 12 Conference play.

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What they’re saying

“It's been a tough conference-play slate for the last-place Utes, but we're not envisioning any surprises or shockers here. Iowa State should rebound with a win before returning home.”

— Eugene Rapay, Des Moines Register (desmoinesregister.com)

The takeaway

This game represents an important opportunity for Iowa State to get back on track in Big 12 play and maintain their position near the top of the conference standings. While Utah has struggled this season, the Cyclones will need to bring their best effort to avoid an upset on the road.