A mix between veteran leadership and incoming youth stepping up will be a key to success for Iowa State this year. Iowa State was victorious against the Panthers last season and won 180-116. Big 12 play will start up in Houston, Texas, for the Big 12 duals from Jan. 16 through Jan. 17. The Cyclones will host one Big 12 rival Feb. 6, when the Kansas Jayhawks come to town. They will travel to Greensboro, North Carolina, for the Big 12 Championships taking place from Feb. 24 through 28.