Iowa’s run ended at the Big Ten Tournament against Illinois. The Illini shot 54 percent and outrebounded the Hawkeyes 41-24 in a 106-94 win. Payton Sandfort led Iowa with 30 points and coach Fran McCaffery was ejected midway though the second half.
McCaffery got his first technical foul with 13:33 remaining and the Hawkeyes trailing 69-60.
Seconds later he was ejected. The Hawkeyes are 17-16 and will wait to see if there are any tournament opportunities.
When asked about his future McCaffery says he intends to be the coach next season and hopes a solid incoming recruiting class will blend with several veterans.
McCaffery was asked if the program has the resources needed to compete for a Big Ten title.
Sandfort finished eight of 13 from three point range in what could be his final game in an Iowa uniform.
