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Nate Heise Shines as Iowa State Advances to Sweet Sixteen

3/25/2026

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Iowa State Cyclones guard Nate Heise emerged as a key player in the 2026 NCAA Tournament after Joshua Jefferson was injured.
In the Round of 64, Heise scored 22 points in 27 minutes against the Tennessee State Tigers.
He earned a starting role in the Round of 32 against Kentucky Wildcats, posting 12 points in 36 minutes.
Iowa State advances to Sweet Sixteen, where Heise may face the Tennessee Volunteers.

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Iowa State Cyclones guard Nate Heise emerged as a key player in the 2026 NCAA Tournament after Joshua Jefferson was injured.
In the Round of 64, Heise scored 22 points in 27 minutes against the Tennessee State Tigers.
He earned a starting role in the Round of 32 against Kentucky Wildcats, posting 12 points in 36 minutes.
Iowa State advances to Sweet Sixteen, where Heise may face the Tennessee Volunteers.