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Cyclone legends return: 40 years since Sweet 16

Four decades ago, Iowa State’s men’s basketball team pulled off a legendary upset over Michigan, launching the Cyclones into their first-ever Sweet 16. That moment changed the program forever, and now, those trailblazers are coming back to Hilton Coliseum to be honored at halftime against Oklahoma State. Fans still talk about the energy, the upsets, and the unforgettable home-court run. It’s more than nostalgia—it’s a reminder of how one breakthrough can inspire generations. Who else remembers where they were during that 1986 run? What’s your favorite Cyclone memory? Let’s celebrate the past and cheer for the future! #Sports #CycloneNation #Sweet16Anniversary