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1 NBA first round roundup and predictions
Northern Iowan 119:52, p.7
Braden Elton reviews the first roundup of the NBA playoffs and predicts which teams will move on to the second round.
2 An emotional weekend in Dallas cheering for the Hawkeyes
Northern Iowan 119:48, p.3
The author talks about his experience travelling to Dallas, TX to watch the Iowa Hawkeye women's basketball team and Caitlin Clark in the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament, and the impact this game left on his family legacy; photo.
3 NBA playoff race remains
Northern Iowan 119:47, p.7
Ben Lahart previews the National Basketball Association (NBA) season to see who has the best odds of competing in the playoffs; photo.
4 Contract error lifts accountant to coach
Northern Iowan 119:46, p.7
In this satirical article written for April Fools, men's basketball coach Ben Jacobson gets booted out after a mistake with the contract listed Ben Jacobsen instead, a sophomore accounting major here at UNI; photo.
5 New men's basketball coach bungles first hire
Northern Iowan 119:46, p.7
In this satirical article written for April Fools that plays off of the article "Contract error lifts accountant to coach", new men's basketball head coach and sophomore accounting student, Ben Jacobsen, makes a huge mistake. He accidentally hired Iowa's offensive coordinator for football, not basketball, Brian Ferentz; photo.
6 The Greens are back in town
Northern Iowan 119:46, p.6
In this satirical article written for April Fools, the all-time Panther basketball player, AJ Green's five identical siblings just signed to play at UNI next season; photo.
7 Iowa women's basketball: How Caitlin Clark is changing the game
Northern Iowan 119:45, p.3
Abigail Saathoff writes about University of Iowa's leading basketball player Caitlin Clark and her impact in the sport today. Saathoff writes about the history of women's basketball in the US and how it has gained more popularity in recent years because of amazing women basketball players; photo.
8 UNI pep bands on the road again
Northern Iowan 119:35, p.1
An anonymous donor donates money so that the pep band can travel to the 2023 Missouri Valley Conference basketball tournaments. Mallory Schmitz interviews UNI Athletics Director David Harris and Ph.D. associate director of bands Justin Mertz for more information about the donation and the excitement around it; photo.
9 LeBron or Jordan: who is the NBA's G.O.A.T.?
Northern Iowan 118:54, p.7
Hill debates whether Michael Jordan or Lebron James is the greatest player of all time in NBA men's basketball; in their opinion, it is Jordan.
10 Preview: 2022 NBA playoffs are fast approaching
Northern Iowan 118:47, p.7
A preview of the 2022 NBA season; photo.
11 Final Four preview: Duke and UNC meet in New Orleans
Northern Iowan 118:45, p.10
The four teams set to compete in the men's basketball NCAA 2022 championship in the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, are the Villanova Wildcats, Kansas Jayhawks, Duke Blue Devils, and North Carolina Tar Heels; photo.
12 Upsets and underdogs in March Madness
Northern Iowan 118:44, p.3
Saathoff reflects on March Madness; photo.
13 First and second round NCAA Tournament recap
Northern Iowan 118:43, p.7
The NCAA men's basketball tournament continues; photo.
14 Men's basketball should learn from women and play in-state games
Northern Iowan 118:24, p.6
The author believes the UNI, Iowa State, Iowa, and Drake men's basketball teams should play each other every year like the women's basketball teams do, as it provides benefits to both teams and fans.
15 Panthers dominate Dubuque 95-58, notch first win
Northern Iowan 118:24, p.6
The men's basketball team won its game against the University of Dubuque Spartans, 95-58; photo.
16 NISG debates masks, approves funding
Northern Iowan 118:11, p.2
Student Body President Samantha Bennett floated the idea of signing a joint student government statement to support giving local universities the authority to implement mask mandates on campus if they choose. The Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) also approved funding for the UNI Women's Volleyball Club, the Dancer Hall Activities and Recreation Team, UNI Men's Basketball Club, and Gamma Phi Beta; photo.
17 NBA draft preview: what to expect come Wednesday
Northern Iowan 117:26, p.6
The author predicts what will happen during the National Basketball Association (NBA) 2020 draft.
18 UNI's Green second in Jerry West rankings
Northern Iowan 117:20, p.6
UNI alumni AJ Green ranks second for the Jerry West award; photo.
19 Cayman Islands Classic cancelled for 2020-21
Northern Iowan 117:14, p.6
Cayman Islands Classic, one of the most prestigious pre-season basketball tournaments, has been cancelled for the 2020-21 season due to COVID-19 precautions and the shift of the NCAA season. Pre-season tournaments allow coaches to scout for players for Selection Sunday but due to the cancellation, this selection process will be more difficult for the 2021-22 year.
20 MVC releases schedules for conference play
Northern Iowan 117:11, p.1
The Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) released their schedules for the upcoming men's and women's basketball season; photos.
21 UNI grad Nick Nurse named NBA's top coach
Northern Iowan 117:2, p.6
UNI graduate and current head coach of the Toronto Raptors Nick Nurse was named the NBA's coach of the year for 2020; photo.
22 Selection Sunday: who will cut the nets in Atlanta?
Northern Iowan 116:43, p.6
Schindler predicts what men's basketball teams will make it into the NCAA tournament on Selection Sunday, predicting UNI in a First Four game against Xavier. In the author's opinion, UNI should get an at-large bid because of their season aside from their tournament loss, and Auburn will will the championship; photos.
23 Arch Madness, Panthers fall to Drake
Northern Iowan 116:42, p.1
The men's basketball team lost the first game of Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Arch Madness to the Drake Bulldogs, 77-56, knocking them out of the MVC tournament. The loss decreases their chances of making the NCAA March Madness tournament; photo.
24 Panthers secure No. 1 seed in MVC
Northern Iowan 116:40, p.1
UNI men's basketball finished their regular season with the regular-season Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) title and an undefeated record in the McLeod Center. They defeated the University of Evansville, 84-64, and Rake University, 70-43. The team will next compete in the MVC Tournament in St. Louis beginning March 6; photo.
25 March Madness predictions: which conference is the best?
Northern Iowan 116:37, p.6
Hansen gives predictions for men's basketball March Madness and discusses the different conferences; photos.
26 AP top 25 poll: why aren't the Panthers ranked yet?
Northern Iowan 116:35, p.6
In the author's opinion, the UNI men's basketball team should be ranked in the AP Top 25 rankings due to their 21-3 overall record, No. 1 rank in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC), and perfect 13-0 home record; photo.
27 Panther women drop first home game of the year
Northern Iowan 116:34, p.9
The UNI women's basketball team hosted the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC)-leading Missouri State Lady Bears in the McLeod Center and were defeated, 65-55, in their first home loss of the season. They are now 9-1 in the conference and 19-3 overall; photos.
28 UNI defeats Valpo, Drake
Northern Iowan 116:34, p.1
UNI men's basketball team is 21-3 overall and 10-2 in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC). The Panthers defeated the Valparaiso Crusaders, 63-51, and the Drake University Bulldogs, 83-73. UNI remains undefeated at home with a record of 13-0; photos.
29 NBA Trade deadline: speculation and predictions
Northern Iowan 116:33, p.6
Horning speculates and makes predictions about what will happen next in the National Basketball Association (NBA), discussing team trades and well-known players; photos.
30 Black History Month with BSU
Northern Iowan 116:32, p.4
UNI's Black Student Union (BSU) has prepared events honoring Black History Month in February. The include the BSU Kickoff, Poetic Justice, Skate Party, a panel of black and educated (BAE) professionals, exhibit Tunnels of Oppression, Soul Food Dinner in conjunction with Waterloo's Gift of Life Church, and Toast for Change; photo.
31 Cats look forward after 65-57 fall to Redbirds
Northern Iowan 116:31, p.6
The women's basketball team lost a conference game to the Illinois State Redbirds, 65-57. They are 11-7 overall and 3-4 in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC).
32 Panther down Loyola, move into first place
Northern Iowan 116:31, p.6
The men's basketball team defeated the Loyola-Chicago Ramblers in the McLeod Center, 67-62. They are 6-2 in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) and 17-3 overall; photo.
33 MVC basketball: Panthers look to return to the Big Dance
Northern Iowan 116:28, p.6
Horning discusses the competitiveness of the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC), March Madness, and the Panthers conference schedule, predicting that the men's basketball team will receive the MVC's automatic bid for the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2016; photos.
34 Sonnen fulfills passion in his return to UNI
Northern Iowan 116:26, p.6
Marc Sonnen returns to UNI as a video coordinator. The former Panther was an integral part of the 2009-2010 Sweet 16 men's basketball team and looks to contribute to his alma mater; photo.
35 UNI, Europe and beyond -- Seth Tuttle's story
Northern Iowan 116:15, p.6
Basketball has taken Seth Tuttle, former All-American and current UNI men's basketball graduate manager, across the globe from Germany and Belgium to the Colosseum in Rome.
36 Hometown dream for former Panther Ahelegbe
Northern Iowan 116:11, p.6
Former starting point guard for the 2010 Sweet 16 team Kwadzo Ahelegbe realized a dream come true in 2016 when he became a video coordinator for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ahelegbe is working his way up, as he was promoted to assistant video coordinator/player development for the team. Ahelegbe was an integral part of the 2010 Sweet 16 team, which was inducted into the UNI Athletics Hall of Fame on Saturday, September 21.
37 Top 3 upcoming games to watch
Northern Iowan 116:3, p.6
The upcoming men's basketball games against West Virginia, Bradley, and Loyola will be ones to watch after the Panthers' close calls in previous games; photo.
38 NBA Playoff predictions, Warriors fall in semis
Northern Iowan 115:53, p.6
Hansen predicts the NBA playoffs and says the Rockets will win.
39 Today we spell redemption: U-V-A
Northern Iowan 115:48, p.6
Horning writes about men's basketball March Madness and Virginia's championship victory; photo.
40 Warren extended through 2025
Northern Iowan 115:47, p.6
Women's basketball coach Tanya Warren received a two-year extension on her contract and will continue her career with the Panthers until 2025. The article also celebrates Warren's many career achievements; photo.
41 This is the Final Four, MSU Spartans win it all
Northern Iowan 115:46, p.6
Horning discusses the men's basketball final four and predicts that Michigan State will win the tournment.
42 CME dunks for diversity at tournament
Northern Iowan 115:45, p.1
The Center for Multicultural Education held "Dunking for Diversity," a basketball tournament that featured diversity education, on March 30 in the Wellness and Recreation Center. The event was open to the public. Students Jason Huang and Isaac Newsome were the main event coordinators, assisted by Ami Traore, Kyla Ford, Cierra Robinson, and Adalberto Castrejon; photo.
43 Women's basketball falls in WNIT to Minnesota
Northern Iowan 115:44, p.6
The women's basketball team competed in the 2019 Women's National Invitation Tournament (WNIT) and lost to the University of Minnesota.
44 March sadness in MVC final
Northern Iowan 115:43, p.6
The men's basketball team defeated Southern Illinois in the first round of the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) tournament, 61-58, and next defeated Drake University in the semifinals. The Panthers lost the MVC final to Bradley University and ended their season with a 16-18 record; photo.
45 UNI goes 1-1 pre-MVC tourney
Northern Iowan 115:42, p.6
The women's basketball team defeated Bradley University, 61-57, but lost to Illinois State; photo.
46 March Madness- Who makes the Final Four
Northern Iowan 115:41, p.6
Hansen discusses the 2019 March Madness NCAA men's basketball tournament and predicts Tennessee, Duke, Houston, and the University of Central Florida will make the final four.
47 Panthers outscore Salukis, 76-67
Northern Iowan 115:41, p.1
The women's basketball team defeated the Southern Illinois Salukis, 76-67; photo.
48 Panthers drop two, look towards MVC Tourney
Northern Iowan 115:40, p.9
The men's basketball team lost their final home game of the season to Loyola, 56-55, and their final game of the season to Indiana State, 71-54.
49 UNI women fall to MSU, remain third
Northern Iowan 115:40, p.9
The women's basketball team lost to Missouri State University, 58-48, and go into the Missouri Valley Conference tournament ranked third; photo.
50 A tribute to Dwayne Wade and Dirk Nowitzki
Northern Iowan 115:39, p.6
Campbell discusses the NBA and players Dirk Nowitzki and Dwayne Wade.
51 Panthers smash Aces 95-46
Northern Iowan 115:39, p.6
The women's basketball team defeated the University of Evansville Purple Aces, 95-46; photo.
52 Should I stay or should I go? The Zion edition
Northern Iowan 115:39, p.6
Potter discusses a basketball game between Duke and North Carolina, player Zion Williamson, and decisions whether to sit out of games to avoid injury.
53 Panther men win four straight
Northern Iowan 115:38, p.1
The men's basketball season defeated the Missouri State Bears in a Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) game, 65-43; photos.
54 Panthers top MVC foes Sycamores, Purple Aces
Northern Iowan 115:38, p.6
The women's basketball team played the Indiana State Sycamores in the McLeod Center on February 22 and won, 71-63. They also won against the Evansville Purple Aces on February 24, 95-46; photo.
55 Panthers defeat Purple Aces
Northern Iowan 115:37, p.6
The men's basketball team defeated the University of Evansville, 73-58. They are 7-7 in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC); photo.
56 Team Giannis falters despite entertaining play
Northern Iowan 115:37, p.6
Walsh discusses the recent NBA All-Star Game.
57 Panthers beat Redbirds, 77-64
Northern Iowan 115:36, p.1
The men's basketball team defeated the Illinois State Redbirds in the McLeod Center, 77-64; photos.
58 Panthers fall to top dog, Drake
Northern Iowan 115:36, p.6
The women's basketball team lost to Drake, the number one team in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC), 76-61; photo.
59 NBA All Stars pick - Team Giannis or LeBron?
Northern Iowan 115:35, p.6
Campbell discusses opinions on the greatest NBA player of 2019 and the 2019 All-Star Game.
60 Panther women travel west, devour Crusaders
Northern Iowan 115:35, p.6
The women's basketball team defeated the Valparaiso University Crusaders, 64-56.
61 Panthers drop two conference contests
Northern Iowan 115:34, p.9
The men's basketball team lost to the Bradley Braves, 79-71, and the Drake Bulldogs, 83-77; photo.
62 Panthers fend off late rally by Loyola
Northern Iowan 115:34, p.1
The women's basketball team won against the Loyola Ramblers, 71-65; photos.
63 UNI defeats Salukis, goes 1-1
Northern Iowan 115:33, p.6
The women's basketball team won against the Southern Illinois Salukis, 65-53; photo.
64 UNI men split conference games
Northern Iowan 115:32, p.6
The men's basketball team lost to Loyola Chicago, 60-61, and defeated Missouri State, 64-59.
65 Panthers travel to Terre Haute, cut down trees
Northern Iowan 115:31, p.6
The women's basketball team won against the Indiana State Sycamores, 71-51; photo.
66 Panthers fall to Salukis top the Purple Aces
Northern Iowan 115:30, p.6
The men's basketball team lost to the Southern Illinois Salukis, 70-62, and defeated the Evansville Purple Aces, 81-74. Spencer Haldeman, Trae Berhow, and Luke McDonnell had career bests during the Evansville game; photo.
67 UNI women win in team effort over Evansville
Northern Iowan 115:30, p.6
The women's basketball team defeated the Evansville Purple Aces, 74-46.
68 Despite run, women fall to Drake
Northern Iowan 115:29, p.6
The women's basketball team lost to Drake, 88-64.
69 Haldeman goes off, men's basketball goes 1-1
Northern Iowan 115:29, p.1
The men's basketball team won against the Indiana State Sycamores and lost against the Valparaiso Crusaders.
70 Game in McLeod? Mark it in the W column
Northern Iowan 115:28, p.6
The women's basketball team defeated both Valparaiso University and the University of Loyola Chicago, continuing their unbeaten record in the McLeod Center.
71 Panther defense controls Drake
Northern Iowan 115:28, p.6
The UNI men's basketball team won against Drake, 57-54.
72 Panther women win two in a row
Northern Iowan 115:27, p.6
The women's basketball team defeated the Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis Jaguars, 53-40, and the University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks; photo.
73 UNI frozen at U.S. Bank Basketball Classic
Northern Iowan 115:26, p.1
The men's basketball team was one of eight teams invited to participate in the U.S. Bank Stadium's first-ever basketball event in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They lost to the South Dakota State Jackrabbits, 82-50; photo.
74 UNI hoops hit the courts during break
Northern Iowan 115:25, p.6
At the Paradise Jam Invitational in the Virgin Islands, the men's basketball team lost to the University of Pennsylvania, 78-81 but defeated the Eastern Kentucky Colonels, 90-85, and the Old Dominion Monarchs, 54-53. In regular season competition, they were defeated by the Monarchs, 72-65. The women's basketball team defeated the Creighton Bluejays, 65-55 in regular conference play. At the Beach Classic in Long Beach, they defeated Long Beach State University, 71-64. Back in regular play, they lost to the Boise State Broncos, 61-60; photo.
75 Panthers split season openers in Preseason WNIT
Northern Iowan 115:24, p.6
The women's basketball team defeated the University of Delaware Blue Hens, 79-67, in the first round of the Women's National Invitation Tournament (WNIT). In the second round, they lost to the Marquette University Golden Eagles. Player Ellie Howell joined the career 1,000-point club during the Marquette game; photo.
76 UNI defeats Bemidji State; fall at Texas-Arlington
Northern Iowan 115:23, p.6
The men's basketball team won against the Bemidji State Beavers, 97-51, but had their first lost of the season against the Texas-Arlington Mavericks, 74-65; photo.
77 Women's hoops beat Upper Iowa in exhibition
Northern Iowan 115:22, p.6
The women's basketball team defeated the Upper Iowa Peacocks in an exhibition match, 89-41; photo.
78 UNI men roll to consecutive exhibition wins
Northern Iowan 115:21, p.6
The men's basketball team won against the Wartburg Knights in UNI's exhibition game, 110-69.
79 UNI men's basketball looks to improve off 16-16 season
Northern Iowan 115:15, p.6
The men's basketball team prepares for the new year, hoping to improve from last season's 16-16 performance; photo.
80 Space Jam 2 is a go with LeBron James
Northern Iowan 115:8, p.6
The sequel to the 1996 movie "Space Jam" is set to star NBA player LeBron James; photos.
81 Smith, Nurse headline Panthers summer highlights
Northern Iowan 115:1, p.13
A summary of the summer athletic wins including baseball, basketball, and track and field; photo.
82 Cavaliers-Pacers playoff series heats up
Northern Iowan 114:54, p.6
The Cavaliers-Pacers feud continues on after the Cavaliers won.
83 Boston youth leads Celtics to 2-0 advantage
Northern Iowan 114:52, p.6
The Boston Celtics leads with 2-0 without their stars Kyrie Irving and Gordan Hayward.
84 NBA Playoffs: Rockets lead power rankings
Northern Iowan 114:50, p.6
Sports Writer Jerrius Campbell reports on the potential rankings for the NBA Playoffs now that the regular season is coming to a close, photo.
85 The Wildcats are your 2018 NCAA champions
Northern Iowan 114:49, p.6
The Kansas State Wildcats took home the title of NCAA champions, even though they had the worst shooting performance of of the tournament.
86 NBA week 24 update: playoff prediction
Northern Iowan 114:46, p.6
Jerrius Campbell writes about the NBA season so far and shares his playoff predictions.
87 NCAA: potential violations uncovered
Northern Iowan 114:41, p.6
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has launched a probe into National Collegiate Athletics Association to uproot corruption and bribery within the governing body of the association.
88 Fergie and the 2018 NBA All-Star game
Northern Iowan 114:39, p.6
Columnist William Riepe discusses the NBA All-Star game and mentions Fergie's National Anthem performance;photo.
89 Former UNI basketball player joins G-League
Northern Iowan 114:23, p.6
Former UNI basketball player, Marvin Singleton, joins the Iowa Wolves as a part of the NBA Gatorade League (G-League). This league is the second highest level of professional basketball; photo.
90 MVP comparison: 2011 Rose versus Westbrook
Northern Iowan 114:20, p.6
The author gives his opinion on which National Basketball Association (NBA) MVP player is a better player; photo.
91 Gordon Hayward out for the season
Northern Iowan 114:19, p.9
Columnist Pady discuses the National Basketball Association (NBA) opening game and Gordon Hayward's leg injury; photo.
92 NBA preview: Big trades in the off season
Northern Iowan 114:15, p.6
Columnist Campbell discusses several player trades made in the National Basketball Association (NBA); photo.
93 2016 Student Guide
Northern Iowan 112:54, p.
The summer 2016 student guide, including letters of welcome, information about higher education, and features of Cedar Falls; photos.
94 Thank you sports fans, it's been a really fun ride
Northern Iowan 112:54, p.6
Sports editor Brandon Tjepkes writes a farewell editorial.
95 You could not pick a better year to be a Panther fan
Northern Iowan 112:54, p.6
In the author's opinion, it was a great year for Panther Sports and UNI Athletics. Deitrick recaps the football, women's basketball, and men's basketball seasons; photo.
96 Never bet against the San Antonio Spurs in the playoffs
Northern Iowan 112:53, p.6
Herring analyzes and predicts the NBA post-season.
97 Basketball says farewell to one of the all-time greats
Northern Iowan 112:50, p.6
Herring discusses basketball player Kobe Bryant's retirement; photo.
98 Villanova and UNC easily sail into National Championship
Northern Iowan 112:47, p.6
Deitrick discusses the March Madness basketball tournament to date; North Carolina will play Villanova in the championship; photo.
99 Karma forces LeBron James into retirement
Northern Iowan 112:46, p.8
In this satirical article written for April Fools, basketball player LeBron James has decided to retire after losing a game in similar fashion to UNI vs. Texas A&M; photo.
100 Lebron James "slams" UNI team
Northern Iowan 112:46, p.2
Students respond to basketball player Lebron James's comment about the UNI men's basketball loss to Texas A&M.