The Northern Iowa basketball team is a highly competitive and skilled team that represents the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa. The team is known for its strong defense and efficient offense, which has led them to numerous victories over the years. The team is coached by Ben Jacobson, who has been with the team since 2006 and has led them to multiple NCAA tournament appearances. The team's colors are purple and gold, and they play their home games at the McLeod Center, which has a seating capacity of 7,018. The Northern Iowa basketball team has a strong fan base and is a respected competitor in the Missouri Valley Conference.