Iowa State vs. Iowa Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Iowa State Cyclones will take on their in-state rival on Thursday night when they visit the Iowa Hawkeyes. Can Keshon Gilbert and the Cyclones start fast against the Hawkeyes in Iowa City? Matt McCuen is targeting the first half for his pick against the spread in this Iowa State vs. Iowa rivalry.
Matt McCuen - December 12, 2024, 4:34 PM EST
4 minIowa State vs. Iowa Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Iowa State Cyclones and the Iowa Hawkeyes will meet from Iowa City on Thursday night.
There is no love lost between these two teams. This rivalry dates back to February 5, 1909. Iowa won that game 30-27. One would assume that the under cashed that day.
The Hawkeyes won the first 10 head-to-head meetings. Iowa State first defeated Iowa in 1917 in Ames. The Hawkeyes lead the all-time series 48-29. Iowa State comes in tonight as the favorite, however.
The Cyclones have posted a record of 7-1. That record has them ranked 3rd in the nation. This is the most talented team in Cyclones' history. Iowa State has strong wins on their resume over Marquette and Dayton. The Cyclones' lone loss came by two points against a top team in Auburn.
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Iowa State vs. Iowa Date, Time, and Where To Watch
- Date: December 12, 2024
- Time: 8:15 pm ET
- Where To Watch: Amazon Prime Video
Iowa State vs. Iowa Prediction
Keshon Gilbert leads the team with 17.4 points per game and 5.5 assists. Senior Curtis Jones has averaged 16.3 points and 4.5 rebounds. Milan Momcilovic has added 12.5 points and 3.1 boards. Iowa State has averaged 87.8 points per game.
Iowa has supported a record of 7-2. Despite the strong record, Iowa remains unranked. The Hawkeyes are coming off a hard-fought road loss in Ann Arbor. Tonight would be one of the biggest wins for the Hawkeyes over the past couple of seasons. Iowa's other loss came earlier in the season against Utah State.
The Hawkeyes are yet to play a team in the top 25, as the Wolverines were unranked during their meeting. Owen Freeman leads the team with 16.8 points per game. Iowa native Payton Sandfort has averaged 16.4 points and 4.0 assists. Junior Josh Dix has added 13.4 points and 2.9 assists. Iowa has averaged 86.1 points per game with their fast-paced offense.
Iowa State vs. Iowa Pick
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We will ride with the public and back the Cyclones tonight.
There is a major talent gap between these two teams.
Iowa State has proven that it can win big games on the road in the past.
This veteran team will come together and take care of business tonight.
