**Hawkeyes Advance to NIT Second Round with Win at Utah** **March 21, 2024** The Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball team secured a spot in the second round of the NIT with a thrilling victory at the Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Facing the Utah Utes, the Hawkeyes put on a dominant performance, showcasing their offensive prowess. Led by Kris Murray's 22 points and Connor McCaffery's 18, Iowa seized control of the game early and never looked back. The Hawkeyes' defense was equally impressive, holding Utah to just 38.5% shooting from the field. Patrick McCaffery played a crucial role, anchoring the defense with 5 rebounds and 3 blocks. With this victory, the Hawkeyes extend their overall record to 19-16 this season. They will now face the winner of the Illinois State-Colorado game in the second round of the NIT. "I'm really proud of the way our team played tonight," said head coach Fran McCaffery. "We came out with great energy and executed our game plan perfectly. We're looking forward to continuing our run in the NIT." The Hawkeyes will return to action on Thursday, March 23rd, for the second round of the tournament. The game time and location will be announced at a later date.
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