Iowa State vs. BYU Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The BYU Cougars are set to host the Iowa State Cyclones on Tuesday night. Can Jaxson Robinson, BYU bounce back from two losses and get a big win at home against the Cyclones in Big 12 play? Matt McCuen provides his pick and prediction in Iowa State vs. BYU.
Matt McCuen - January 16, 2024, 1:30 PM EST
5 minIowa State vs. BYU Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Iowa State Cyclones and the BYU Cougars will meet from Provo, Utah, for a Big 12 affair.
Iowa State vs. BYU Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: January 16, 2024
- Game Time: 9:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN+
Iowa State vs. BYU Odds
- Spread: Iowa State +4.5 (-110), BYU -4.5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 144.5 (-110), U 144.5 (-105)
- Moneyline Odds: Iowa State (+165), BYU (-190)
Iowa State vs. BYU Prediction
The Cyclones come into this game ranked 24th in the nation with a 13-3 record.
Iowa State has won back-to-back games, including a win over second-ranked Houston.
The Cyclones are 2-1 in conference play.
Tamin Lipsey leads the Cyclone's offensive attack. The Ames, Iowa native has averaged 14.8 points and a team-best 5.6 assists.
Milan Momcilovic has added 13.3 points and 3.6 rebounds. He has been one of the most impressive freshmen in the Big 12.
Senior Tre King leads the squad in rebounds with 5.6 while adding 10.1 points per game.
Iowa State has been one of the best defenses in the nation, holding opponents to 58.4 points per game while scoring 81.7.
BYU is off to a strong start in its first year in the Big 12.
The Cougars are ranked 20th with a 13-3 record.
BYU suffered their second conference loss a week ago at Baylor.
This is an experienced team that feels they can make some noise in the Big 12.
Senior Jaxson Robinson leads the Cougars in scoring with 14.3 points per game while adding 2.5 rebounds.
Trevin Knell is off to a strong start with 13.1 points and 4.1 rebounds per game.
Senior Spencer Johnson has added 10.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.2 assists.
BYU has averaged 85.6 points per game while holding opponents to 63.1 points per game.
Iowa State vs. BYU Pick
BYU matches up well with Iowa State.
The Cyclones want to play a slow-paced ground game.
BYU is too explosive of an offensive for the Cyclones to keep pace with.
Lastly, Iowa State has struggled to play on the road or at a neutral site this season.
The Cyclones are 11-0 at home and 2-3 away from their stadium.
Pick: BYU -4 -113 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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