Iowa State lands a much-needed big man in Joshua Jefferson of St. Mary's

T.J. Otzelberger's recruiting for next season just might be over – with Joshua Jefferson of St. Mary's committing to what could be another high-level Iowa State men's basketball team. Jefferson is Iowa State's 12th scholarship player for the 2024-25 season, one below what the NCAA allows, which isn't uncommon for Otzelberger. If that's the case, the 12 players on scholarship include six returnees, two true freshmen and four transfers.