Aljaz Kunc announced over the weekend that he will take advantage of an additional year of eligibilty and return to the Iowa State men’s basketball team next season.

Kunc was the first commitment for new coach TJ Otzelberger last season. transferring over from Washington State.

Kunc was a key cog in Iowa State’s turnaround and Sweet 16 run this past season. He averaged 6 pts, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist per game for the Cyclones.