Up to fourth in the latest AP Top 25, the Iowa State men close out a road trip Tuesday night with a visit to Utah. The Cyclones are 10-4 in the Big 12 and 23-4 overall after a 79-69 loss at BYU. ISU coach T.J. Otzelberger will be looking for a better start against the Utes.

Otzelberger says bouncing back begins on defense.

Otzelberger felt offensive struggles led to defensive breakdowns at BYU.

Freshman guard Jamarion (juh-mar-ee-on) Batemon continues to build a larger role for the Cyclones. He had 14 points in 19 minutes of action at BYU.

Batemon on where his game has improved the most.

Senior guard Tamin Lipsey says the Cyclones need to set the tone ealry at Utah.

The Utes are in the Big 12 basement with a record of 2-12.