The 1956–57 Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball team represented

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during the 1956-57 NCAA College men's basketball season. The

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were coached by

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, who was in his third season with the Cyclones. They played their home games at the Iowa State Armory in

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. They finished the season 16–7, 6–6 in Big Seven play to finish in third place. Gary Thompson won Big Seven Player of the Year, edging out

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. Iowa State also picked up their first ever win over a top ranked team, defeating

, 39–37.

Roster

Schedule and results

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References

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