1948–49 Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball team

The 1948–49 Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball team represented Iowa State University during the 1948-49 NCAA College men's basketball season. The Cyclones were coached by Clay Sutherland, who was in his second season with the Cyclones. They played their home games at the Iowa State Armory in Ames, Iowa.

They finished the season 8–14, 3–9 in Big Seven play to finish in a tie for sixth place.

Schedule and results
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