Arizona (13-6) vs Iowa State (17-2)
Game Info: Monday, January 27, 2025 at 10:30 pm (McKale Memorial Center)
Betting Odds: Arizona +1.5 -- Over/Under: 151.5
The Iowa State vs Arizona Game Preview!
Today's college basketball lineup is absolutely fantastic! We've got some major matchups and some great mid-major games too. There's a lot of value in today's schedule, and we're here to help you find it! The game that really caught our eye is Iowa State Cyclones visiting the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, January 27th at the McKale Center. We'll break it down from a betting angle and figure out the best bets for this game. Here's our prediction for Iowa State Cyclones vs. Arizona Wildcats.
Matchup/League Facts
Arizona ranks 20th among Division 1 teams for point differential per game this season (+13.8).
Arizona ranks 22nd among Division 1 teams for rebound percentage this season (55.0%).
Iowa State ranks T4th among Division 1 teams for point differential per game this season (+18.7).
Iowa State ranks 5th among Division 1 teams for net rating this season (+26.6).
The Arizona Wildcats Team Preview!
The Arizona Wildcats are rocking a 13-6 record this season, holding down third place in the Big 12. They just snagged a 78-63 victory against Colorado. When it comes to the spread, they're 10-9, and the same goes for over/under. Plus, they're killing it at home with a 9-1 record.
Arizona's offense is putting up an average of 82.7 points each game, landing them in 28th place nationwide. On defense, they're giving up 68.9 points per game, ranking 101st. The Wildcats are hitting 48.2% of their shots from the field, placing them 38th, but only 32.4% from three-point range, which puts them at 260th. They're making 75.2% of their free throws, ranking 71st, and grabbing 39.8 rebounds per game, making them 30th in the country.
To wrap it up, Caleb Love and Jaden Bradley have been key players for Arizona this season, really showing off their skills and making a big impact on the team's performance. Love's been leading the charge in scoring, while Bradley's been killing it with playmaking. Together, they're not just boosting their own stats but also making the whole team more competitive. As the season goes on, how they keep growing and working together will be super important for Arizona's success on the court.
The Iowa State Cyclones Team Preview!
The Iowa State Cyclones are rocking it this season with a 17-2 record, holding down second place in the Big 12. They just beat Arizona State 76-61. When it comes to betting, they're 12-7 against the spread and 9-10 on the over/under. Plus, they've got a solid 4-1 record on the road.
Iowa State's offense is putting up 84.6 points a game, ranking them 12th in the country. On defense, they let in 65.9 points per game, which places them at 44th. The Cyclones are hitting 49.5% of their shots, making them 13th best nationwide, and they're shooting 35% from three-point range, ranking 115th. They're also making 75.4% of their free throws, which is 66th in the nation, and snagging 37.4 rebounds each game, putting them at 100th.
Curtis Jones is Iowa State's top scorer, putting up an average of 18.6 points and grabbing 4.6 rebounds per game. Keshon Gilbert is right behind him, contributing 15.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, and leading the team with 4.7 assists. Together, these two have been crucial in pushing the team to success this season, really showing off their talent and importance as key players for Iowa State.
The Iowa State Cyclones vs Arizona Wildcats
Game Prediction!
The Pick: Iowa State / Arizona OVER 151.5 -110
Back in 2018, Arizona snagged a 71-66 win on the road, beating the spread in their only previous matchup. For this Iowa State Cyclones vs Arizona Wildcats game, Iowa State is coming in as the -1.5 favorites on the road. Both teams have been killing it this season, with top-notch offenses ranking in the top 30 nationwide and putting up a combined 167.3 points per game. They're also both in the top 40 for field goal percentage. Arizona has hit the over in 3 of their last 4 home games. Expect some serious scoring action in this matchup, so go for the over.
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