The Iowa State Cyclones are getting ready for their highly anticipated start to the 2026-27 college basketball season. They will begin on Monday, Nov. 2nd, against the Memphis Tigers.

It’s going to be a big game for both teams. Iowa State is coming into the year as a top contender in the Big 12 conference. With an abundance of depth and a few star-caliber players, many believe that the Cyclones might be able to reach the Final Four, a feat they haven’t achieved since 1944.

Memphis, on the other hand, is looking to get back to the NCAA tournament after missing last season. They have been successful recently, but don’t look to be as strong this year.…