# Tamin Lipsey Stars in First Game Back With Iowa State

> Tamin Lipsey delivers strong performance in Iowa State's first game after returning from eligibility battle.
- Title: Tamin Lipsey Stars in First Game Back With Iowa State
- Summary: Tamin Lipsey delivers strong performance in Iowa State's first game after returning from eligibility battle. Tamin Lipsey scored 14 points and recorded seven…
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- Source: Iowa State Cyclones On SI — https://si.com/college/iowa-state/basketball/tamin-lipsey-stars-in-first-game-back-with-iowa-state
- Published: 2026-10-26T14:30:00+00:00
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- Topics: tamin lipsey, iowa state, cyclones, ncaa, basketball, preseason exhibition, eligibility battle, sports
## Iowa State Cyclones
Iowa State went on the road to take on Northwestern Wildcats in their second preseason exhibition game.
## Dominant First Half
Cyclones dominated first half leading 45-18 before winning second half 94-49.
## Tamin Lipsey Returns
Point guard Tamin Lipsey played his first game of the season in cardinal and gold uniform.
## Lipsey's Performance
Lipsey finished with 14 points, 1-of-3 from three-point range, seven assists, three rebounds, two steals.
## Lipsey's Absence
Iowa State lost to Creighton Bluejays when Lipsey didn't play in first exhibition game.
## Eligibility Battle
Lipsey fought NCAA eligibility battle after four seasons with program to return for fifth season.
## Coach's Stance
Head coach T.J. Otzelberger wanted Lipsey to test team without him but now needs him for season.
## Key takeaway

Tamin Lipsey scored 14 points and recorded seven assists in Iowa State's 94-49 win over Northwestern in his first game back.