It’s amazing what a difference a year makes. Well, 327 days, which is how long ago this happened:
Remember the utter joy and optimism which surrounded this program? How the guys on the floor could contend - and if not contend then compete - with most anyone most anytime?
The Iowa Hawkeyes (10-11, 1-6) have won only two conference games since then. They’ll face the Wisconsin Badgers (10-10, 3-4) who have had to manage roster turnover, injuries, and youth in a way they haven’t in quite awhile. Wins over Penn State and Indiana define the difference in record, as Iowa could not match Wisconsin’s results.