Tavion Banks - College Basketball News & Rumors

Remains in draft Banks will keep his name in the 2026 NBA Draft, per NBA Communications.

Impact Banks was lobbying for an additional year of collegiate eligibility to return to Iowa, but it's clear that is now out of the question. The senior guard averaged 10.2 points and 4.8 rebounds over his last two seasons between Drake and Iowa.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Will enter draft and portal Banks will enter both the 2026 NBA Draft and NCAA's transfer portal, according to Tyler Tachman of the Des Moines Register.

Impact Banks announced his decision Wednesday. Worth knowing is that because the senior's collegiate eligibility is used up, him logging at least an additional year requires NCAA permission. "As I explore all options in continuing my basketball career, I am declaring for the NBA Draft, while also entering my name into the transfer portal in the event that a fifth year is granted," he said. "If a fifth year becomes an option, I want to be a Hawkeye!" Considering the last statement, Banks logging an additional year of collegiate eligibility indicates that he will re-enroll at Iowa.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Ben McCollum's winning legacy continues with Iowa's March Madness run

Though the stage keeps getting bigger, coach Ben McCollum continues to prove he’s a winner

MARCH 29 • Associated Press

Illinois Fighting Illini take on the Iowa Hawkeyes in Elite 8

The No. 13 Illinois Fighting Illini and Iowa Hawkeyes meet in the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight

MARCH 28 • Associated Press

Illinois Fighting Illini play the Iowa Hawkeyes in Elite 8

The No. 13 Illinois Fighting Illini and Iowa Hawkeyes square off in the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight

MARCH 27 • Associated Press

In the era of NIL and transfers, the Sweet 16 is filled with veteran teams that have stuck together

Most of the teams that have reached the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament have done so behind starting lineups that have a vested interest in their coaches and their programs

MARCH 23 • Associated Press

Puts in 20 as Hawkeyes advance Banks contributed 20 points (7-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-10 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal in 30 minutes during Sunday's 73-72 victory over Florida.

Impact Despite matching up against potentially the best frontcourt in the country, Banks put forth one of his best efforts of the season and his first 20-point game since January. He did leave a few crucial points on the free-throw line, but that was all erased when Alvaro Folgueiras hit the go-ahead three-pointer with 4.5 seconds remaining. A matchup against Nebraska in the Sweet Sixteen now awaits.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Defending champion Florida eliminated from March Madness by tougher, more physical Iowa team

A dominant frontcourt helped Florida earn another No. 1 seed and positioned the defending national champion Gators for a chance at a repeat

MARCH 23 • Associated Press

March Madness spotlight shines on Florida's 7-foot-9 center Olivier Rioux

Fans started calling for 7-foot-9 center Olivier Rioux to enter the game just past the midway point of the second half during Florida’s 59-point victory over Prairie View A&M

MARCH 21 • Associated Press

Stirtz weathers cold shooting to score 16 and help Iowa beat Clemson 67-61 in March Madness

Bennett Stirtz scored 16 points and No. 9 seed Iowa weathered his erratic shooting to hold off eighth-seeded Clemson 67-61 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament

MARCH 21 • Associated Press

No. 3 Michigan holds off a late run by Iowa, beats the Hawkeyes 71-68

Morez Johnson Jr. and Yaxel Lendeborg scored 16 points apiece, and Aday Mara had two tiebreaking shots in the final 1:22 as No. 3 Michigan defeated Iowa 71-68 on Thursday night

MARCH 6 • Associated Press

Stirtz scores 22, Folgueiras adds 20 to help Iowa beat Ohio State 74-57

Bennett Stirtz had 22 points on 8-of-11 shooting, Alvaro Folgueiras made 8 of 10 from the field and had a season-high 20 points and five assists, and Iowa beat Ohio State 74-57

FEBRUARY 26 • Associated Press

Iowa fans storm court after Bennett Stirtz scores 25 points in 57-52 victory over No. 9 Nebraska

Bennett Stirtz scored 25 points and Cooper Koch added 10 as Iowa overcame a cold-shooting second half to defeat No. 9 Nebraska 57-52

FEBRUARY 18 • Associated Press

No. 9 Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Iowa Hawkeyes Highlights 🏀 FOX College Hoops

FEBRUARY 18 • FOX SPORTS

Available Wednesday Banks (hip) will be available ahead of Wednesday's matchup against Washington, David Eickholt of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Banks was listed questionable leading up to the matchup as he dealt with a hip injury but appears to be ready to go for this contest. The senior guard has averaged over 10 points when he has started this season.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Wednesday Banks (hip) is expected to play Wednesday at Washington, per Sean Bock of 247Sports.com.

Impact Banks only played 11 minutes in Iowa's win over Oregon on Sunday, as he reportedly battled hip discomfort. However, the senior guard is expected to be good to go for Wednesday's road game at Washington. Banks averages 10.8 points, 4.4 rebound and 1.2 assists.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 18 • DEADSPIN.COM

Stirtz scores 27, Banks a career-high 26, and Iowa dumps Indiana 74-57

Bennett Stirtz scored 27 points, Tavion Banks added a career-high 26, and Iowa defeated Indiana 74-57

JANUARY 17 • Associated Press

Iowa’s Tavion Banks and Tate Sage THROW DOWN back-to-back dunks vs. Illinois

JANUARY 11 • FOX SPORTS

Productive against Illini Banks (undisclosed) had 16 points (8-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt), seven rebounds, five assists and two steals in 25 minutes during Sunday's 75-69 loss to Illinois.

Impact Banks was previously listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against Illinois with an undisclosed injury but was able to suit up for the Hawkeyes. The 6-foot-7 senior didn't look too hampered by the injury as he scored 16 points to go along with seven rebounds, five assists and a pair of steals while shooting efficiently from the floor. Banks has been an impact player for the Hawkeyes since transferring in from Drake in the off-season, averaging 9.3 points and 4.4 rebounds per game across 15 contests. His next chance will come against Purdue on Wednesday.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Illinois Banks (undisclosed) is questionable for Sunday's game against Illinois.

Impact For the Illinois-Iowa game, UIowa's starting lineup no longer includes Banks. The team added Alvaro Folgueiras, whose current season's game stats feature 9.1 points and 3.8 rebounds averaged. According to Ethan Petrik of The Courier, Banks warming up indicates that he may be available Sunday.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Stirtz scores 22 points to lead No. 25 Iowa over UMass Lowell, 90-62

Bennett Stirtz scored 22 points as No. 25 Iowa finished the nonconference part of its schedule with a 90-62 win over UMass Lowell

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Easy scoring in blowout win Banks racked up 16 points (4-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-8 FT), nine rebounds, one block and one steal in 23 minutes during Saturday's 94-39 win over Bucknell.

Impact Banks matched his second-best scoring total of the season and had the team-high among Iowa starters in the blowout victory. He and the Hawkeyes have one more matchup against UMass-Lowell set for Dec. 29 before starting Big Ten play in full swing on Jan. 3 against UCLA.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Silent vs. MSU Banks totaled three points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, one assist and one block across 19 minutes during Tuesday's 71-52 loss to Michigan State.

Impact Banks has been hot and cold for the Hawkeyes, scoring as many as 17 points and as few as two through Iowa's first month of the season. However, he was completely bottled up against Michigan State to the tune of just two shots attempted. The Spartans had no issue containing Iowa's offense, and Banks was no exception. The Hawkeyes won't play a defense that tenacious every night, but Iowa needs Banks and other players not named Bennett Stirtz to step up against quality competition.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Banks' double-double powers unbeaten Iowa to 93–54 win over Chicago State

Tavion Banks scored 16, powering Iowa to a 93–54 win over Chicago State on Thursday night

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

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