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Joshua Jefferson scores 20 points in No. 16 Iowa State's 102-62 win over Grambling

Joshua Jefferson scored 20 points to lead six Iowa State players in double figures and the No. 16 Cyclones defeated Grambling 102-62

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Momcilovic's career-high 29 points lift No. 16 Cyclones past Fairleigh Dickinson 88-50

Milan Momcilovic made seven 3-pointers and finished with a career-high 29 points as Iowa State beat Fairleigh Dickinson 88-50 for the Cyclones’ fourth consecutive home-opening win...

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Begins season with double double Jefferson posted 14 points (5-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and one steal across 29 minutes during Monday's 88-50 victory over FDU.

Impact Jefferson picked up where he left off last season, reaching double figures in scoring and off the glass as the Cyclones cruised to victory on opening night. The standout senior forward recorded nine double-double performances last season and will look to top that total this year as one of the top returning power forwards in the country.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Standout in exhibition play Jefferson had 17 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-6 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and four blocks in Sunday's 80-72 exhibition victory over Northwestern.

Impact It was a solid follow-up to Jefferson's first exhibition performance Oct. 17 against Creighton, in which he was the leading scorer with 18 points (5-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 8-11 FT) to go along with 12 rebounds and a pair of steals. The Cyclones are playing without leading scorer Tamin Lipsey, who has a chance to be back for the Nov. 3 opener and will likely regain the bulk of Iowa State's offensive touches. Nonetheless, Jefferson's play has been encouraging, solidifying what was already a positive fantasy outlook for the 2025-26 season.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sports Illustrated's Men's College Basketball Preseason Top 25: No. 25 Iowa State The Cyclones made a jump offensively, and returners Joshua Jefferson, Tamin Lipsey and Milan Momcilovic give them a high floor.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • SI.COM

Season ends with solid performance Jefferson posted 16 points (5-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 6-11 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and two steals over 37 minutes during Sunday's 91-78 loss to Ole Miss.

Impact Jefferson closed out his junior season by posting 16 points, eight boards and two steals during Iowa State's loss to Ole Miss in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The power forward played an important role during his first season in Ames, leading the team with 7.4 rebounds and 2.1 steals while placing third on the team in scoring with 13.0 per game. He retains one more season of eligibility should he choose to return for his senior season.

MARCH 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Momcilovic stars as Iowa State knocks off Lipscomb 82-55 in March Madness

Milan Momcilovic scored 17 of his 20 points in the first half, and third-seeded Iowa State routed Lipscomb 82-55 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament

MARCH 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Big 12 tournament roundup: No. 12 Iowa State routs Cincinnati Joshua Jefferson recorded 19 points, eight rebounds, five assists and three steals to lead No.12 Iowa State to a 76-56 victory over Cincinna...

MARCH 13, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

No. 12 Iowa State to face No. 17 BYU with guards Tamin Lipsey and Keshon Gilbert hobbled by injuries

Iowa State could be without guards Tamin Lipsey and Keshon Gilbert at full strength when the No. 12 Cyclones play No. 17 BYU in the quarterfinals of the Big 12 Tournament on Thursd...

MARCH 12, 2025 • Associated Press

No. 12 Iowa State overwhelms Cincinnati to advance in Big 12 Joshua Jefferson recorded 19 points, eight rebounds, five assists and three steals to lead No.12-ranked Iowa State to a 76-56 victory over C...

MARCH 12, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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MARCH 12, 2025 • KANSASCITY.COM

Jones scores 24 to lead No. 10 Iowa State past Kansas State 73-57

Curtis Jones scored 24 points to lead No. 10 Iowa State past Kansas State 73-57

MARCH 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Providing necessary muscle Jefferson closed with 14 points (6-10 FG, 2-2 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists and two steals over 21 minutes during Saturday's 73-57 victory over Kansas State.

Impact Jefferson saw his playing time limited due to foul trouble but still reached double figures in scoring thanks to shooting 60-percent on 10 shots and draining both of his attempts from deep. Along with his typical work cleaning up the glass underneath, Jefferson added a couple of steals, the ninth time in 11 contests he's recorded multiple thefts. The guard-laden Cyclones have benefitted greatly from Jefferson's muscle this season and are poised for a deep run in the postseason thanks in large part to the play of the junior power forward.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 21 Saint Mary's heads into March Madness seeking 2nd straight WCC Tournament title

In the fast-changing world of college basketball, some things remain constant

MARCH 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Kansas State faces conference rival No. 10 Iowa State

The Kansas State Wildcats will take on conference opponent No. 10 Iowa State

MARCH 7, 2025 • Associated Press

No. 23 BYU beats No. 10 Iowa State 88-85 in double OT

Richie Saunders scored 23 points and No. 23 BYU outlasted No. 10 Iowa State 88-85 in double overtime for its seventh consecutive victory

MARCH 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Stuffs stat sheet Jefferson racked up 17 points (7-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), eight rebounds, five assists, one block and three steals across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 74-68 loss to Oklahoma State.

Impact Jefferson stuffed the stat sheet, leading the Cyclones in scoring, assists and steals while matching Dishon Jackson for the team lead in rebounds, though it wasn't enough to prevent the upset. It was a nice bounce-back effort for Jefferson, who scored a season-low four points on 1-for-9 shooting in his last game against Houston, though he did contribute season-best marks with eight assists and seven steals during that performance. Through 17 conference games, the junior transfer from Saint Mary's has posted averages of 13.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 2.5 steals and 0.8 blocks across 31.2 minutes. He has been a huge addition for the Cyclones this season and will be a key component during their tournament run.

FEBRUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reliable production down low Jefferson notched 13 points (4-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Tuesday's 77-65 victory over UCF.

Impact Jefferson recorded his 11th-straight double-figure scoring performance while adding a team high eight boards during Tuesday's win. The junior forward was coming off his ninth double-double of the season Saturday and continues to provide a high-quality presence down low for the 10th-ranked Cyclones. Jefferson is now averaging an even eight rebounds per game on the season while also contributing 12.8 points, 2.8 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.7 blocks in what has been a banner first season in the Big 12 conference for the Saint Mary's transfer.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Collects another double-double Jefferson registered 13 points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists, one block and four steals across 29 minutes during Saturday's 76-61 victory over Arizona State...

Impact Jefferson continues to be a force inside for the Cyclones, recording his third double-double in four games and eighth of the season Saturday as Iowa State pulled away for the victory. The star forward also added three assists, four steals and a block. Jefferson arrived this season to provide an inside presence for an Iowa State team that last season boasted one of the top backcourts in the nation but lacked a true impact player underneath. Enter Jefferson, who ranks seventh in the Big 12 in rebounding with 8.2 per game and currently rates third on the team in scoring with 12.8 points and second with 1.9 steals per contest.

JANUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jefferson leads No. 3 Iowa State against Arizona State after 30-point game

No. 3 Iowa State visits the Arizona State Sun Devils after Joshua Jefferson scored 30 points in the Cyclones' 108-83 win against the UCF Knights

JANUARY 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Joshua Jefferson scores 30 points as No. 3 Iowa State runs past UCF 108-83

Joshua Jefferson scored a career-high 30 points to lead No. 3 Iowa State to its highest point total of the season in a 108-83 win over UCF

JANUARY 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Pours in 30 Jefferson finished with 30 points (9-14 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 9-12 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, one block and four steals across 36 minutes during Tuesday's 108-83 victory over UCF.

Impact Jefferson did not record his third-consecutive double-double but did do just about everything else during Tuesday's lopsided victory over UCF. The junior forward exploded for a season-high 30 points while adding seven boards, five assists, four steals and a block. The point total represented a career-high for Jefferson who had only topped 20 points once previously during three collegiate seasons. Jefferson has had a great first season in Ames and has really taken off during the conference slate, averaging 14.9 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 2.3 steals and 0.7 blocks across 31.7 minutes through seven Big 12 games.

JANUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records sixth double-double Jefferson chipped in 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and one block in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 74-57 victory over Kansas.

Impact Jefferson posted his sixth double-double of the season and first in conference play to help Iowa State cruise to the win over Kansas. The junior transfer from Saint Mary's has starred as an inside presence this season for the Cyclones, averaging 11.9 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.7 steals and 0.6 blocks across 27.0 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joshua Jefferson forces OT, then wins it as No. 3 Iowa State tops Texas Tech for 11th win in row LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Joshua Jefferson made two free throws with 4.1 seconds left in overtime after forcing it with a buzzer-beating layup,...

JANUARY 11, 2025 • THESTAR.COM

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