Blake Buchanan brings high-efficiency interior production and versatile glue-guy value for Iowa State
Buchanan has emerged as a reliable, low-maintenance frontcourt piece for Iowa State, averaging 8.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 2025-26 while shooting 63.6% from the field and starting 36 of 37 games.[3][14] His differentiators are touch around the rim, strong rebounding, willingness to facilitate, and a real defensive presence as a shot-blocker and disruptive help defender; he was also one of the few Cyclones whose double-figure scoring consistently translated to team wins.[8][14] He looks like a strong fit for teams wanting a smart, physical, efficient forward rather than a high-usage scorer.[14][15]
