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Who is Tennessee State University? 5 things to know about Iowa State's first-round opponent

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Mar 16, 2026
Mar 16, 2026 Updated 3 hrs ago
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Tennesse St Tennessee Basketball — Tennessee State guard Travis Harper II (2) drives against Tennessee guard Amari Evans (1) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
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AMES — No. 2 seed Iowa State plays No. 15 Tennessee State on Friday in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

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