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Iowa State Cyclones face critical roster decisions ahead of their 2026-27 season opener against No. 8 BYU. With Killyan Toure sidelined until January following shoulder surgery, Sullivan Schlimgen steps into the starting center role. Hosts Megan and Steve analyze the depth chart, highlighting the battle for power forward minutes and the point guard succession plan behind Aiden Flora. The episode projects how these internal competitions will impact Iowa State's ability to compete in the Big 12, focusing on rim protection, spacing, and turnover prevention against BYU's disciplined defense. Key topics include Schlimgen's breakout potential, guard reliability, and the impact of transfer additions on the frontcourt rotation.

In this episode: The Center Battle: Schlimgen Steps Up · Wing Versatility & Guard Depth · Roster Cuts & Trending Players.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cbb/isu/2026-10-08/transcript.html

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