Since T.J. Otzelberger took over as head coach of the Iowa State Cyclones, the team has steadily improved its profile as a contender both in the Big 12 and nationally. They have made the NCAA tournament all five years that he has been at the helm, including three trips to the Sweet 16 . He has turned Iowa State into one of the premier men’s basketball programs in the country, and more NCAA tournament appearances will be on the horizon. That has become the bare minimum to expect from the Cyclones under Otzelberger. And with the NCAA tournament field now expanding to 76 teams, taking part in March Madness has become a little easier for teams to achieve. The NCAA announced on Thursday that the men’s and women’s tournaments will both be expanding from 68 teams to 76. NCAA tournament to expand to 76 teams Mar 22, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; A general overall view of the March Madness logo at midcourt during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Viejas Arena.…