With February coming to a close and March just around the corner, Iowa State is playing to better their NCAA Tournament seed. The Cyclones are technically not out of the conference championship picture, but I think it's safe to assume that baring a colossal collapse, Kansas will likely secure their 12th straight championship in the coming weeks.
Dethroning the Jayhawks was certainly a goal coming into the season, but it wasn't the goal. No, that goal is still very much in play and while reaching a Final Four may seem like a long shot at this point, Monday night gives Iowa State yet another opportunity to put themselves in a better position come Selection Sunday.