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Iowa State's Joshua Jefferson a Game-Time Decision for Sweet 16 vs. Tennessee

His status could shape the Cyclones' rotation in Chicago.

Mar 7, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) goes to the basket as Arizona State Sun Devils forward Andrija Grbovic (14) defends during the first half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
Feb 10, 2026; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) makes a move on TCU Horned Frogs forward Micah Robinson (5) during the second half at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Head coach T.J. Otzelberger said the ankle is improving with a decision due at tip-off.
  • Jefferson injured his ankle against Tennessee State and left after three minutes with two points and one rebound.
  • Iowa State advanced without him by beating Kentucky 82-63 in the second round to reach the Sweet 16.
  • The senior is the Cyclones’ second-leading scorer and top rebounder, averaging 16.4 points and 7.4 rebounds on 47.1% shooting and 34.5% from three.
  • No. 2 seed Iowa State faces No. 6 seed Tennessee at the United Center on Friday in a single-elimination matchup that could hinge on his availability.