It took everything we had to pull that one out,” said BYU big man Fouss Traore. “Man, that was intense. We won’t forget that one for quite a while.” Nor will the Cyclones (24-9),

Another unforgettable battle between BYU and Iowa State. The Cougars conquered the Cyclones 96-92 Thursday in Kansas City, advancing to the Big 12 tournament semifinals. BYU has now won nine consecutive games and moves to 24-8 on the season.

In an elite offensive showcase from both teams, BYU overcame a 9-point second half deficit and beat Iowa State 96-92 in the quarterfinals of the Big 12 tournament. Iowa State was down starting guards Tamin Lipsey and Keshon Gilbert,