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No. 2 Arizona defeated No. 6 Iowa State 73-57 in Tucson to clinch the outright Big 12 regular-season title. Jaden Bradley scored 17 points and Motiejus Krivas added 13 for the Wildcats, who smothered ISU on defense, holding them to 29% shooting. Iowa State's Tamin Lipsey led all scorers with 17, but Arizona pulled away in the second half after taking a 37-25 halftime lead and extended the margin to secure the win.
No. 6 Iowa State rallied to beat No. 2 Houston 70-67 in Ames, as Nate Heise hit the go-ahead 3 with 1:17 left and Tamin Lipsey secured a late offensive rebound; Kingston Flemings led Houston with 22, while Joshua Jefferson (12) and Heise (11) paced the Cyclones (23-3, 10-3 Big 12) in this top-10 showdown.
Momcilovic's fadeaway 3 late in the second half capped a 20-2 run as No. 5 Iowa State defeated No. 9 Kansas 74-56 at Hilton Coliseum. Momcilovic scored 18 points, Lipsey added two 3s, and Batemon contributed 11 off the bench as ISU forced 10 Kansas turnovers in the first half. Dominykas Pleta's early offensive rebound helped set the tone. Iowa State improves to 22-3, 9-3 Big 12; Kansas drops to 19-6, 9-3. The Cyclones host Houston next.
The No. 3 Iowa State Cyclones secured an 89-80 comeback victory against the Iowa Hawkeyes, overcoming a 13-point deficit in the first half. Curtis Jones led the Cyclones with 23 points, including crucial three-pointers in the second half, while Joshua Jefferson contributed a double-double. Despite Iowa's strong start, shooting 61% in the first half, their performance waned, allowing ISU to take control in the final minutes. The win marks ISU's first victory at Carver-Hawkeye Arena since 2014.
The NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 matchup between Illinois and Iowa State highlights a clash between Illinois' potent offense and Iowa State's strong defense. Iowa State's ability to force turnovers and limit opponent 3-point shooting gives them the edge, leading to a recommendation to pick Iowa State with a -1.5 spread.
Prosecutors in Story County, Iowa, have dropped charges against four current and former Iowa State Cyclone athletes after new court documents suggested that a DCI investigator may have exceeded the allowable use of geofence technology. The athletes were among several charged with gambling offenses, but their attorneys challenged the investigative techniques, leading to the discovery that the Iowa DCI had its geofence technology privileges revoked due to alleged misuse. This development prompted prosecutors to file a Motion to Dismiss, potentially opening the door for civil action by the athletes against the state.
Iowa State Cyclones are making a push for a high seed in the NCAA Tournament, with projections placing them as a 3-seed and potentially on the cusp of a 2-seed. The team's recent win over West Virginia has solidified their position, and they are aiming for their highest seed ranking since 2014-2015. With four games remaining, the Cyclones are in a strong position to secure a favorable seed and potentially play in Omaha for the first round.
No. 6 Iowa State Cyclones face off against No. 2 Houston Cougars in a highly anticipated top 10 college basketball matchup, with both teams tied for first in the Big 12 conference. Houston's strong defense and ability to score in the paint pose a challenge for Iowa State, but the Cyclones have an opportunity to secure the conference lead with a win. Key players to watch include guards L.J. Cryer and Jamal Shead for Houston, while Iowa State will look to capitalize on forcing turnovers and converting free-throw opportunities to pull off the road upset.
Iowa Hawkeyes star Caitlin Clark becomes the 15th NCAA Division I women's player, and third Iowan, to surpass the 3,000-point mark in a 67-58 win against Iowa State. Clark finished with 35 points in the game and now ranks 14th on the all-time scoring list.
The Iowa Hawkeyes and Iowa State Cyclones will face off in a college basketball game, with Iowa State favored by 7 points. Iowa State has a strong defense, ranking fifth in the country in points allowed per possession, while Iowa is an uptempo team looking to score over 80 points. However, Iowa's offense and shooting percentages drop significantly on the road, and Iowa State's defense is particularly effective at home. As a result, the game is expected to be more defensive-oriented than anticipated, leading to a recommendation to bet on the under 157 total points.
Tamin Lipsey and Keshon Gilbert led a 15-point comeback for the Iowa State Cyclones in their 68-64 win over VCU at the ESPN Events Invitational. Lipsey scored a career-high 22 points, while Gilbert contributed a double-double with 22 points and 10 rebounds. Despite a slow start and a 15-point deficit, Iowa State rallied in the second half, with Lipsey and Gilbert making crucial plays down the stretch. The Cyclones will face the winner of Boise State and Virginia Tech in the next round of the tournament.
The BYU Cougars suffered a humiliating 45-13 loss to the Iowa State Cyclones, who secured bowl eligibility and stayed in the Big 12 race. Iowa State dominated the game, scoring on seven of their first nine drives and amassing 443 yards of total offense. BYU struggled offensively, converting only 1 of 11 third downs and finishing with just 318 yards. The Cougars' lackluster performance was evident throughout the game, as they were thoroughly outplayed by the Cyclones.
The Oklahoma Sooners are preparing to face the Iowa State Cyclones, a team that has been a challenge for them in recent years. While Iowa State has a strong defense, the Sooners have been improving on the defensive side as well. Oklahoma's running game showed signs of improvement in their last game, and they have talented wide receivers who can exploit mismatches. The Sooners are favored to win and are expected to cover the point spread. Key Lawrence has been a standout player for Oklahoma's defense, and the home crowd is expected to create a hostile environment for Iowa State's quarterback.
The Iowa Pork Producers Association has signed an NIL deal with four Iowa State Cyclone football players to promote pork products and encourage Iowans to buy more pork. The players, Miles Purchase, Tyler Moore, Tommy Hamann, and Caleb Bacon, have last names that spell out "Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon" on the back of their jerseys. The association plans to run social media ads featuring the players surrounded by Iowa pork, using their last names strategically. Additionally, each player's food pantry of choice will receive a $1,000 donation of pork.
The Iowa Hawkeyes and Iowa State Cyclones are kicking off their college football seasons today. The Hawkeyes will be hosting the Utah State Aggies at 11:00am on FS1, while the Cyclones will be playing against the University of Northern Iowa Panthers at 1:00pm on ESPN+.