# BREAKING: Milan Momcilovic Forgoing NBA Draft To RETURN To College Basketball, Iowa State An Option

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Podcast: [Locked On Cyclones - Daily Podcast on Iowa State Cyclones Football & Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-cyclones-daily-podcast-on-iowa-state-cyclones-football-basketball-7122600)
Published: 2026-05-28T16:26:44+00:00
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## Resource

Iowa State Cyclones weigh risky pursuit as Milan Momcilovic returns to college basketball—will his elite shooting propel ISU from Sweet 16 hopefuls to Elite Eight contenders? Nick Marovets breaks down the implications of chasing Momcilovic, exploring how his return could shake up Iowa State’s roster construction, NIL budget, and locker room chemistry. Key topics include the tradeoffs between accelerated player development for Toré, Bateman, and Wiggins, and the short-term boost of Momcilovic’s offensive firepower. The conversation also spotlights T.J. Otzelberger’s role, the Cyclones’ financial constraints, and the passionate fan reaction to Momcilovic’s potential stay or departure to rivals like Kentucky or Arizona. Can Iowa State justify a $5–$7 million price tag for one more run with Momcilovic, or does the program risk long-term challenges for short-term gain?

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