THE MAYOR APPROVES. Because Iowa State basketball can't seemingly exist without Fred Hoiberg, The Des Moines Register called him up to ask about Steve Prohm's progress so far, and the Mayor has pleasant things to say.
MCKNEEDED. Jameel McKay's knee is limiting his production and it couldn't be at a worse time.
MORE TALKING. A "tough" talk with Steve Prohm and the players has the Cyclones hoping they can increase their toughness and survive the Big 12.
CLOCKING IN AS A 4, BARELY.