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Houston's LJ Cryer spoils shorthanded Iowa State's gutsy comeback

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Feb 22, 2025
Feb 22, 2025 Updated Dec 9, 2025
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Iowa State basketball coach TJ Otzelberger discusses ISU's upcoming matchup against Houston.

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At Iowa State, walk-ons are used to playing, just not three minutes into a game at No. 5 Houston.

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