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Final 2009-2010 Iowa State Projection:

But this team could be really good if Brackins gets more help from his teammates. If Staiger can consistently hit the long ball and Garrett can do a better job taking care of the ball, the Cyclones will be playing important games in March. But Brackins needs help up front too and the Gilstrap and Dendy better be ready to contribute. This group might not be ready for the NCAA tournament after winning just four conference games last year, but they should be an NIT team.

Projected Post-season Tournament: NIT

2009-2010 Iowa State Basketball Projected Starting Five:

• Diante Garrett, Junior, Guard, 9.8 points per game
• Lucca Staiger, Junior, Guard, 8.2 points per game
• Marquis Gilstrap, Senior, Forward, DNP last season
• Craig Brackins, Junior, Forward, 20.2 points per game
• Justin Hamilton, Sophomore, Center, 4.2 points per game

By Joel Welser
CollegeSports-fans.com Senior Basketball Writer

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