ROB GRAY

Covers Iowa State sports for Cyclone Fanatic & the Cedar Rapids Gazette. Pro-Democracy, anti-authoritarian. Matthew 25: 35-40.

[ROB GRAY @ROBWGRAY]

Ladies and gentlemen, Tamin Lipsey leaves the Hilton floor for the last time and, fittingly, as a winner.

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

In Tamin Lipsey's final press conference as a Cyclone, he said that Killyan Toure and Jamarion Batemon "can be even better than me."

As he moves onto the NBA, he's already the type of alum that wants to see the next generation outdo his own success.

A true Cyclone.

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

Knowing all that he accomplished in his four years, Jaquan Johnson has watched a lot of Tamin Lipsey film.

While the two guards share a lot of similar skills, the reigning MVC Defensive Player of the Year is aware that he doesn't have to be identical to an Ames legend.

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

DAILY CLONE: Indiana Pacers guard Tamin Lipsey joins @JakeBrendTV to talk about signing with the Pacers, preparing for the Summer League, how he plans to carve out a role, what he's seen from the 2026-27 Cyclones in practice and a lot more.

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

Before Tamin Lipsey moved to Indianapolis, he made a stop in Ames to practice with the 2026-27 Cyclones.

Lipsey shares what he saw from T.J. Otzelberger's new group.

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

As a true freshman in 2026, Xzavion Mitchell didn't see the floor in Big 12 play after suffering a broken fibula.

While a lot of players might've transferred after the adversity, Mitchell wanted to stay in Ames and show people what they didn't get to see last year.

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

TBR: @JakeBrendTV, @ROBWGRAY, and @Ben_Hutchens_ discuss what Christian Wiggins’ injury means for Iowa State, the type of depth that T.J. Otzelberger has in the front court, and more hoops topics. Plus, Hutchens dives into his profile on Alli St. John, and the fellas spin the wheel. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing!

https://t.co/9mZ0G8DU8z

[ROB GRAY @ROBWGRAY]

That expertly crafted free kick goal by Tillman down a man just hit different … literally. 🇺🇸

[ROB GRAY @ROBWGRAY]

I refuse to believe Brad Steven’s suddenly became really dumb. There must be something else coming. Something good — which this ain’t!

[Shams Charania @ShamsCharania]

BLOCKBUSTER: The Boston Celtics have agreed to trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George, two first-round picks and two second-round picks, sources tell ESPN.

[ROB GRAY @ROBWGRAY]

I’m angry and perplexed

[Jake Brend @JakeBrendTV]

If the Nuggets didn't offer Jamal and Cam for Jaylen Brown... I'm going to be a little upset.

Paul George and four picks is all it took?!

[Iowa State Athletics @CycloneATH]

Joshua Jefferson to the NBA & Mercyline Kirwa to the top of the podium 🌪️
This @gatorade moment of the month we get to highlight our Gary Thompson Male Athlete of the Year & Celia Barquin Arozamena Female Athlete of the Year.

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

DAILY CLONE: T.J. Otzelberger announces that freshman guard Christian Wiggins will miss the 2026-27 season with an achilles injury. Otzelberger explains why it's a big blow and how the team will overcome the injury.

@JakeBrendTV reports.

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

Iowa State men's basketball held their first availability of the summer on Tuesday morning.

Watch everything T.J. Otzelberger, Leon Bond and Jamarion Batemon said with a special appearance by Tamin Lipsey.
https://t.co/Uj0F2U4TrM

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

The words "former Cyclone" don't sit well with one of the program's all-time best leaders, Tamin Lipsey.

But, as our @ROBWGRAY writes, time waits for no one — and Lipsey's justly excited to start climbing the ranks with the Indiana Pacers.
https://t.co/ZcraqoRtrB

[ROB GRAY @ROBWGRAY]

More T.J. on Wiggins: "He didn't look like a freshman out there. He looked like a poised veteran."

Added that Wiggins' ability to step up in the first two weeks this June still could put him a step ahead next summer — after healing, of course.

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

T.J. Otzelberger announces that freshman wing Christian Wiggins will miss the 2026-27 season with a torn achilles that he suffered in practice last Friday.

Otzelberger adds that he had a successful surgery and will be back at this time next year.

[ROB GRAY @ROBWGRAY]

@ChrisMWilliams Haha, love you, too!

[ROB GRAY @ROBWGRAY]

Happy birthday to my pal and book-writing buddy @ChrisMWilliams

May the bourbon flow freely (as the beer did for us in this photo from a decade ago)!

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

W&B: @JakeBrendTV and @LeviRStev discuss the impact the new "5-in-5" rule could have on Iowa State football, breakdown Brend's interviews with the 2026-27 men's basketball team and argue why the CyHawk football game should continue. Presented by Mechdyne. https://t.co/FglUSgN11A

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

Jake Brend sits down 1-on-1 with the entire 2026-27 Iowa State Men's Basketball team. Watch what the returners said about their offseason improvements, why all of the newcomers chose Iowa State and so much more in 100+ minutes of interviews.
https://t.co/MzEp9OFzbz

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

When alcohol is sold at Jack Trice Stadium this fall, Andrew Harrington wants more than just beer.

@andrewisawriter lays out what's in store for each week's specialty drink this fall on the newest Monday Musings. https://t.co/RAwuozWO9o

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

DAILY CLONE: Killyan Toure, Jamarion Batemon and Jaquan Johnson all express how they find confidence in the Iowa State backcourt heading into the 2026-27 season on the Daily Clone with @JakeBrendTV.